Innova Solutions
Design Engineer

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Design Engineer
12 Months
Peterborough, UK
40.73/ Hourly Umbrella Inside IR35
An exciting opportunity exists within the Component Engineering department to lead design and development of air and fuel system components on our C4.4/C7.1 platform, across new and current products. As part of a small, friendly team, you will collaborate with a global team of engineers, suppliers, and production facilities, shaping solutions from concept to production that achieve world-class levels of quality and reliability.
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
- Design, Plan and deliver air/fuel system/component development projects to time, cost, and quality goals.
- Communicate design and project status and key issues to peers, stakeholders, and management.
- Lead design reviews to gain cross-functional business support for new designs, supplier nomination, and capital investment.
- Collaborate with suppliers to develop specifications and deliver quality solutions through APQP.
- Assess technical risk through FMEA; define and coordinate simulation and validation activities (DVP&R).
- Investigate and resolve technical issues using 8D methodology.
- Collaborate with Product Management to understand customer needs and design requirements.
- Write and review technical information and technical reports to support production design release.
- Collaborate with global teams to implement engineering solutions at worldwide facilities.
- Reflect on lessons learned, using Lean methodology to identify improvement opportunities.
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Skills and Experience:
- Candidates will have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:
- Bachelor’s degree in an accredited Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent knowledge/experience).
- 6-8 years of engineering or relevant experience.
- Good understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, engine components, and/or systems and component development.
- Design experience:
- Highly level of expertise working in CAD and PLM systems:
- Experience of using CAD (Creo) to design powertrain components.
- Experience of using PLM systems (Teamcenter).
- Experience designing powertrain and/or engine components.
- Regularly supporting peer reviews working with others to share learning and develop robust solutions.
- Use of research techniques to identify solutions to problems autonomously.
- Good understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
- Self-motivated and able to manage and deliver complex projects to meet commitments.
- Effective communication skills and teamwork.


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- Candidates may have gained the following skills and experience through previous roles:
- Expertise in high-pressure, low-pressure fuel systems, Air systems, EGR system, turbochargers, manifolds, etc.
- Experience of leading and participating in APQP, FMEA, and DVP&R.
- Engineering experience gained in the off-highway diesel engine sector.
- Analytical skills, and experience of developing components and systems through simulation, rig testing, and complete system testing.
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