Senior Design Engineer
Location: Peterborough (5 days onsite). Salary: £50.00 – £51.31 per hour (Inside IR35). Contract: 24‑Month Contract (Very Likely to Extend).
The Opportunity
This position is ideal for a technically strong engineer with deep expertise in engine component design, particularly major castings such as cylinder heads and cylinder blocks.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Engineer to join a high‑performing Component Engineering team during an exciting period of investment and new product introduction.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of Cylinder Heads and Cylinder Blocks for diesel and alternative fuel applications.
* Deliver full layout architecture through to detailed 3D modelling for cost‑effective, production‑ready solutions.
* Collaborate with global teams to ensure designs meet durability, functional and customer requirements.
* Conduct and lead FMEA activities to identify and mitigate design risks.
* Plan and manage project and sub‑project deliverables.
* Generate and lead design reviews to gain stakeholder approval.
* Develop drawings and technical documentation to required standards for prototype and volume release.
* Work closely with suppliers using APQP methodology and tools.
Essential Experience & Skills
* Expert‑level CAD capability (CREO10), including complex geometry and surface modelling of major castings.
* Strong experience designing cylinder heads and blocks, solid understanding of interacting systems: rotating systems, valvetrain, lubrication, cooling, breather systems, bolted joints & sealing.
* Strong knowledge of casting and machining processes for complex cast iron components.
* 4‑6+ years CAD‑based design experience.
* Strong technical background (HNC, degree in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering or equivalent experience).
* Understanding of component manufacturing and assembly principles.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to work within global teams.
* Self‑motivated with strong planning and delivery capability.
If you are a driven Senior Design Engineer looking for your next long‑term contract opportunity, apply now to be part of an innovative and forward‑thinking engineering team.
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