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Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer

ZipRecruiterPeterborough, England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

PE Global is currently recruiting for Senior Design Engineer (engines) for a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment based in Peterborough.

Role is 12 months contract and paying up to 32.70 ph PAYE or £44.38 ph Umbrella.

Duties of the role / Responsibilities

  • Design and packaging of a variety of core engine components which include :
  • Major aluminium and cast iron castings, geartrain, valvetrain, drivetrain and in-cylinder components. Components related to breather, cooling & lubrication systems, FEAD systems
  • Working in a multi-disciplined global team to ensure solutions meet customer, durability and functional requirements
  • Developing strong relationships with suppliers where travel is encouraged to ensure design solutions are aligned to high quality and cost expectations
  • Planning and managing project and sub-project deliverables, ability to lead
  • Conducting risk assessment through effective FMEA on components and systems to identify and address design risks and determine validation needs.
  • Conduct or generate reports to support component and system design reviews
  • Maintain communication to peers, team leader and stakeholders with progress against planned activities
  • Development of drawings to standards and other technical data to support the release of parts for prototype and volume production.
  • Work with suppliers using APQP methodology and tools

Education / Experience

  • Knowledge in a minimum of one or more of the following Core Engine systems : Rotating Systems, Valvetrain, Castings, Lubrication, Breather and Cooling systems, Bolted joint and sealing experience
  • Minimum of 6 years design experience in CAD
  • Strong technical background (HNC or technical degree in mechanical or automotive engineering) though other qualifications or experience are equally valued
  • Good understanding of Component Manufacturing principles & processes
  • Good understanding of Manufacturing Assembly principles
  • Design knowledge of engine & mechanical components and systems
  • Self-motivation and an ability to manage and deliver tasks to meet established commitments.
  • Excellent communications skills & Teamwork
  • To collaborate & manage interactions on behalf of Caterpillar with external suppliers to develop design solutions.

    • Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

  • Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK

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