Job Details

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Principal Design Engineer to supervise design and analysis work on engine and vehicle projects.

To prepare and approve engineering programme quotations

To generate, resource and cost project plans

To monitor the timing and budgetary performance of design-only projects against project plans

To lead design project teams

To organise and facilitate design reviews

To generate, evaluate and select design solutions for individual components, component systems, and complete Powertrains

To approve engineering drawings and models

To liaise with programme suppliers and external customers

To provide technical support to projects

To contribute to technical capability of the design department

To support business development opportunities, in conjunction with the business development function

To monitor and assess the performance of staff

To generate and implement design department procedures

To identify training needs

To perform any other duties reasonably requested by management to fulfil the requirements of the role

Responsible for the quality of any design work carried out in the course of assigned projects

Responsible for adhering to or seeking deviation from the design procedures

Responsible for the clear instruction of MPT staff using the appropriate procedures and forms

Responsible for communicating design status to internal and external customers in a timely manner

Responsible for maintaining and enhancing MPT's capability in at least one area of technical specialism

A Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline with extensive Powertrain design experience or alternatively, an HND supported by a minimum of 15 years experience

A postgraduate qualification / Chartered status would be an advantage

A minimum of 7 years relevant experience in the field of Powertrain design engineering gained within an OEM or preferably consultancy environment

Able to supervise and motivate others

Ability to work on own and to lead and work as part of a team

Presentation and negotiation skills

Creative problem solving skills

Detail conscious with an appreciation of customer requirements

Confidence to communicate effectively at all levels

Must be self-motivated and possess the drive to complete tasks in a timely manner and with appropriate attention to detail

Ability to work well under pressure and to strict time constraints

Flexibility and willingness to travel to customer sites for both long and short durations

(including secondments)