Development Engineer

Are you an experienced engineer with a passion for internal combustion engines and a track record of driving complex mechanical component development? A large global manufacturer based in Peterborough is undergoing a period of significant investment to meet the challenges of an ever-changing energy landscape. This is your chance to join a future-focused, world‑class team and make a tangible impact on the next generation of industrial power systems!

If you want to put your technical expertise to the test in a collaborative, global environment, we want to hear from you.

• Location:
  
  Peterborough (Office‑based, 5 days per week)
• Contract Duration: 12‑month contract
• Pay Rate: £25.39 - £32.30 per hour
• Hours:
  
  Monday to Thursday (8:30 AM - 4:45 PM), Friday (8:30 AM - 4:15 PM)
• Travel:
  Minimal (less than 5% if required)

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Executing Core Engine System validation activities and executing planned validation tests.
• Conducting Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) on components and systems to identify design risks and determine validation needs.
• Diagnosing technical issues to their root cause, establishing containment actions, and developing permanent corrective actions for production, test, and field problems.
• Conducting component and system design reviews for New Product Introductions (NPI), new technology, and existing platforms.
• Working closely with global manufacturing sites, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.

• Relevant development experience focusing on internal combustion engines (ICE) and core engine component development.
• Experience in mechanical component design, testing, and validation, with specific exposure to at least one core engine system.
• Technical background or HNC.
• Experience with in Off-highway, Automotive, General Engineering, Heavy Equipment, Manufacturing, Rail, or Construction sectors.
• A strong understanding of manufacturing principles, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage commitments autonomously.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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