Design & Development Engineer

Our client is the world's largest independent company for the development, simulation and testing of powertrain systems. We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic Junior Engineer/Graduate Engineer to join our thriving DDI Department (Design, Development and Industrialization) based at our Coventry office. This is an opportunity to play a crucial part in the development of modern passenger car powertrain systems. The Design & Development Engineer will be responsible for (or support the team on) the design, development, sign-off and release of powertrain components. The engineers will support the customer team to identify, analyse, and resolve complex problems and requirements in the field of structural and/or electrical components, battery components, ICE or fuel cell. The engineer delivering this role will be suitably qualified in design principles, CAD design and have good command of engineering applied to the automotive industry. YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES: * Component design (proficiency in at least 1 CAD package is expected) * Awareness of component engineering following automotive development process (from concept to production) * Awareness of design for manufacture (manufacturing processes selection, material selection and process control technologies), machining techniques and technologies and tolerance design * Ability to interpret CAE and CFD analysis data to determine impact on the component design * Development of FMEA and design verification test plans * Ability to analyse test data results and impact on design * Ability to prioritise own workload and meet deadlines * Ability to work as part of a team * Good communication skills * Support component specifications for sign-off * Preparation of reports (verbal & written) * Liaison with, and report to, multiple functional groups within the organisation * Travel between other sites and suppliers within the UK and internationally may be required * Demonstrate & promote company competences and services within client teams YOUR PROFILE: Essential: * Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics Engineering or similar (min 2:1) * Understanding of vehicle/powertrain system and component requirements (ICE, e-machines, hybrid systems, battery systems, etc) * Awareness of GD&T, FMEA, DVP&R, 8D Techniques * Strong communication, teamwork and leading abilities * Excellent communication skills in written & verbal English * Strong presentation skills * Capable of working independently as well as part of large and small teams * Driving license * Willingness to travel * Open minded, flexible ‘can do’ attitude * Motivated, passionate & committed to excellence Preferable: * Specific experience on battery, fuel cell or ICE design & development * Masters or PhD in specific subject area * Member of a relevant professional institute (e.g. IET, IMechE) * Knowledge/Experience in CAD tools such as Catia, NX or equivalent If this Design & Development Engineer job is of interest to you and you have the experience required, APPLY NOW! We will process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for the role. If we wish to consider you further, we will register your personal information in our database and contact you. We may contact you from time to time about other relevant roles. Your personal information will be securely held. For more information, please refer to our privacy notice, a copy of which can be found on our website. – Select Engineering Limited