Job Details

We are supporting a global, diverse technology leader and the World's largest and most successful engine company. Our client leads the field in the design and manufacture of high-performance engines. Their continuous development programme, dedicated to furthering engine design allows them to offer one of the most advanced and comprehensive ranges of purpose-built diesel engines available today.

Staying ahead in a rapidly changing world is vital and to achieve this they need ambitious, talented individuals who have the potential to create, challenge, and deliver global objectives. They are committed to an expansion programme throughout 2007 and beyond that includes the acquisition of a wide range of engineering specialists within: Mechanical Engineering, CAE, Performance & Emissions, Electronics, Global Engine Development and Aftertreatment.

This role is within the Engineering Performance and Emissions department. The team is responsible for developing engines for Tier 3 currently and Tier 4 in the future. The positions are within the 4.4L and 6.6L platform teams.

You will have responsibility for the planning and delivery of initial engine and emissions reduction technology system setup on 3-5 engines

You will direct the work of 2-3 junior engineers on each team and ensure the programs are completed on time and meet the technical objectives

Within the first year you will be responsible for leading the team to develop early pre-production calibrations for select machine customers

After approximately 2 years, you will be responsible for leading the team to develop the entire 4D or 6D production ratings for Tier 4 in 2011

Specific responsibilities include ensuring the emissions reduction systems and engine meet the performance and emissions technical objectives. You will have to ensure the data from the engines is being properly analysed and interpreted correctly and the results are being presented to the team so that conclusions can be made and next steps identified

You will be expected to keep abreast of technology changes within this area, work with the aftertreatment, fuel systems, air systems and controls teams to understand the interactions and manufacturing processes and provide guidance and direction for the project and less experienced engineers

Excellent analytical skills and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Experience working with customer and/or suppliers

Communicate technical information effectively (written and verbal)

Minimum 3 years experience in engine development, preferably with EGR and/or

aftertreatment experience

Experience leading small teams on technical development projects

Excellent computer literacy skills

Engineering degree or equivalent

Contract Opportunities also exist for this role

To apply for this position please forward your CV with a covering letter highlighting your relevant skills