Senior Design Engineer

Position: Senior Design Engineer (Contract)
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.

Senior Design Engineer

📍 Peterborough (5 days onsite)
💰 £50.00 - £51.31 per hour (Inside IR35)
📅 24-Month Contract (Very Likely to Extend)

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.

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.

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 (CREO
10), including complex geometry and surface modelling of major castings
Strong experience designing cylinder heads and blocks

Solid understanding of interacting systems: rotating systems, valve train, 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