Job Description

Senior Engine Design and Development Engineer

Responsibilities

• Technical Design & Delivery

  • Own technical responsibility and detailed component/sub-system knowledge for all high-performance ICE components and sub-systems.
  • Lead the definition, design, and delivery of MAL engine systems in line with attribute, cost, and timing targets.
  • Create and contribute to the Engine System Technical Product Specification, including engineering drawings, Tech Specs, and DFMA.
  • Ensure compliance with BS 8888 and ISO GPS (Geometrical Product Specification) standards in all design outputs.
  • Develop and execute component and sub-system BOM, DFA, FMEAs, DVP, and cost, timing, and quality targets in coordination with Purchasing and SQD teams.

  Integration & Programme Support

  • Collaborate with internal and external design and analysis teams to deliver technical specifications in line with Powertrain & Vehicle programme timing.
  • Apply innovative solutions for the integration of Powertrain and Driveline technology, considering packaging, aerodynamics, and cooling systems.
  • Ensure seamless component interface with the wider vehicle, including structural, packaging, and aero-cooling requirements.
  • Support vehicle programme attribute owners with development activities and reporting.
  • Plan and control design release aligned to project timing requirements.

  Testing, Validation & Manufacturing Support

  • Lead the execution and evaluation of component testing, supporting powertrain and vehicle development activities.
  • Provide engineering support across vehicle manufacturing, launch, and production planning phases.

  Stakeholder Management & Reporting

  • Liaise with all internal and external stakeholders – Product Teams, Finance, Suppliers, and Executive leadership – to ensure programme compliance.
  • Prepare and present material for internal and external project status reviews.
  • Provide hands-on mentoring and technical support to junior Engineers and external resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (mandatory).
• Significant industry experience in high-performance ICE design within OEM or motorsport (specific years commensurate with Senior Engineer grade).
• Experience in CATIA V5 and working to BS 8888 / ISO GPS standards is strongly preferred.
• Prior exposure to McLaren, motorsport, or high-performance supercar OEM programmes is advantageous.

Essential skills

• Required Skills & Competencies

  • Significant experience in high-performance automotive OEM or motorsport environment, with strong engine design, test, and production knowledge.
  • Proven experience in OEM or Tier 1 component delivery, ideally in powertrain or driveline systems.
  • Component and system design experience within an APQP or similar quality framework (FMEA, component planning, PPAP).
  • Understanding and/or application of CAE methods to support digital analysis for combustion systems and structural/dynamic components.
  • Excellent CATIA V5 2D/3D skills with strong BS 8888 and ISO GPS geometrical tolerancing application experience.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across supplier, OEM, and internal engineering functions.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools; ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment.

Desired skills

3.2 Technical — Desirable

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (mandatory).
• Significant industry experience in high-performance ICE design within OEM or motorsport (specific years commensurate with Senior Engineer grade).
• Experience in CATIA V5 and working to BS 8888 / ISO GPS standards is strongly preferred.
• Prior exposure to McLaren, motorsport, or high-performance supercar OEM programmes is advantageous.

Experience

Total Experience

5 to 10 years in automotive Powertrain Engineering – ICE Designs.

CAD Experience

5 to 10 years of hands-on CATIA design in a production vehicle programme environment.