Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Powertrain)

at  RML GROUP

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RML develop high performance road car derivatives and deliver advanced automotive technology for OEMs, build prototypes, show cars and continuation models, as well as restoring historic road and racing cars. One of our fastest-growing specialisations is EV technology for road and race applications, made possible by our state of the art energy storage design and manufacturing facility.
We are looking for a hands on Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Powertrain team responsible for the mechanical design and development of Powertrain system projects. You will be responsible for producing, checking, and approving design evidence, work instructions, and customer documentation, ensuring accuracy and reliability. You will manage outsourced work, approve designs for manufacture, and present robust design solutions to stakeholders. Additionally, you will lead Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and develop engineering guides and standards.
You will be degree qualified with experience in leading the engineering of automotive or motorsport systems/components as part of an OEM, tier 1 supplier, engineering consultancy or motorsport team. You will have demonstrable experience of managing, scheduling, budgeting and resourcing of a significant engineering task or project while having experience of mechanical design of high voltage battery assemblies.

We are looking for an expert in:

• the use of a high-level CAD package (Catia / NX).
• the production and checking of engineering documents, CAD Models and Engineering Drawings.
• the application of the Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) process.
• applying structured problem-solving approaches and analytical tools such as 8D and Ishikawa.
• the application/selection of relevant engineering analytical techniques, manufacturing processes, materials specifications & standard parts and is able to guide others.
• the identification of applicable regulatory requirements and standards to produce designs to satisfy any such requirements.

If you are enthusiastic about developing your career in the automotive and motorsport sectors, we invite you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities to apply, recognising that our inclusive and varied team is a source of our strength.
Please note that we will be reviewing applicants on am ongoing basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
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