Expleo Group
Project Design Engineer - Powertrain
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Expleo is a global engineering, technology, and consulting partner, trusted by the world’s leading organisations to help them achieve successful transformation and sustainable growth. We offer end-to-end services across engineering, quality assurance, and digital transformation, supporting clients in harnessing rapid technological change to gain a competitive edge.
As part of our continued support to a major automotive client, we are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Design Engineer - Powertrain to join our dynamic team and deliver critical systems into high-performance vehicle programmes. This inside IR35 contract will be offered for an initial six months and located at our client’s site in Surrey.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own the technical delivery of powertrain systems from concept through to production.
- Author/manage technical specifications, FMEAs, DVPs, and test plans.
- Support prototype and series vehicle builds and testing activities.
- Contribute to key project reviews and technical status meetings.
- Collaborate with suppliers to meet design, cost, and delivery targets.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders including logistics, purchasing, and programme teams.
- Identify and mitigate risks, track engineering concerns, and drive robust resolutions.
- Prepare and deliver documentation for internal and customer milestone reviews.
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Skills and Experience Required:
- Extensive background in automotive powertrain engineering.
- Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
- Hands-on experience collaborating with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
- Strong expertise in powertrain system design, development, and validation.
- Proven track record delivering driveline, transmission, and engine components.
- Comprehensive knowledge of APQP and related processes.
- Proficient in DFM, DFMEA, risk analysis, and root cause resolution methodologies.
- Proficient in CATIA V5.
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To meet with current legislation, right to work checks will be carried out to ensure candidates are able to work within the UK, unfortunately we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.
Any application will be treated in a highly confidential manner and all conversations will be respected. For more information on the Project Design Engineer - Powertrain role, please apply now!
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