Mechanical engineer

🚀 Mechanical Engineer – Electrification & R&D | Hybrid Powertrain Innovation

💰 Salary: £45,000 – £55,000

📍 Location: London

🛠 Sector: Electrification | Mechanical Systems | R&D | Hybrid & Electric Powertrains


Are you a forward-thinking Mechanical Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge electrification technology? Join a dynamic R&D team at the forefront of innovation in hybrid and electric propulsion systems for commercial and defence vehicles.


This is a rare opportunity to get hands-on with advanced engineering projects in a fast-paced, agile environment. You’ll work on full lifecycle design, FEA, testing, and continuous improvement - all while shaping the future of sustainable mobility.


🔧 What You’ll Be Doing:

* Designing components and assemblies for next-gen electrification R&D projects
* Creating detailed drawings, running design reviews, and applying DfM principles
* Performing FEA to validate complex mechanical designs
* Supporting test plan creation and managing product verification activities
* Collaborating with supply chain & manufacturers to ensure feasibility and quality
* Analysing test data to refine designs and influence future product development
* Contributing to process improvements across the Mechanical Systems team


✅ What You’ll Need:

* BEng/MEng in Mechanical or relevant Engineering discipline
* 2+ years' experience in automotive, electric, or hybrid systems preferred
* Strong CAD skills (preferably Siemens NX)
* Sound understanding of manufacturing methods: sheet metal, plastics, machining
* Proficiency in technical drawing standards (GD&T, BS8888)
* Knowledge of rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing techniques
* High attention to detail and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset


⭐ Bonus Points For:

* Experience with high-voltage (HV) systems
* Workshop or hands-on assembly experience
* FEA confidence and 3D scanning/mesh inspection familiarity


📈 Why Join?

* Be part of a cutting-edge R&D hub shaping the future of propulsion
* Fast-paced, highly agile teams with direct impact on product evolution
* Strong ownership, technical autonomy, and meaningful challenges
* Opportunity to implement real change and innovation in team processes


Ready to power the future?

Apply now to join a team that’s redefining the boundaries of electrified propulsion.