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Description

Senior Engineering Project Team Leader

We are supporting a global, diverse technology leader and the World's largest and most successful engine company. Our client leads the field in the design and manufacture of high-performance engines. Their continuous development programme, dedicated to furthering engine design allows them to offer one of the most advanced and comprehensive ranges of purpose-built diesel engines available today. Staying ahead in a rapidly changing world is vital and to achieve this they need ambitious, talented individuals who have the potential to create, challenge, and deliver global objectives.

This position is part of a growing, multi-disciplinary predictive engineering (CAE) team responsible for supporting the performance, emissions and mechanical development. The engines are used in machine, industrial and electric power applications.

You will be responsible for supporting engine structural integrity and verification, and component / system vibration development through the use of commercial and in-house developed software and processes. Examples include cylinder head durability, gasket sealing, bearing behaviour, crank train durability and vibration. The nature of the projects and their visibility within the organisation demands ownership of the tasks carried out and attention to detail.

The Role:

Component / system modelling and boundary condition definition using finite element software

Temperatures, stress, fatigue and vibration analysis

Supporting test-bed / installation activities to validate models when necessary

Dissemination of design guidance into engine community within UK and US

Identification of new and improved engineering methods

Technical ownership and financial control of individual projects

Report writing and preparation of project related presentation material

Requirements:

A good degree (2:1 or above) in Engineering subject, Physics or Mathematics

A sound understanding of engine fundamentals, together with an appreciation of the related underlying theoretical principles

A proven track record of delivery, technical prowess and use of analytical methods, ideally in engine industry, is expected

Detailed ABAQUS experience on thermal, structural and contact problems desirable

I-DEAS FE analysis experience, plus knowledge of modelling / geometry repair on solid components desirable

Knowledge of NASTRAN for static, dynamics and forced response problems desirable

Experience of engine component testing desirable

Pro-active, questioning mindset, and is enthusiastic and a self-starter

Strong technical skills and ability to communicate technical information effectively both verbally and in written form

Good MS office knowledge (Word, Project, Excel and PowerPoint)

Ability to work effectively with customers to define requirements, deliver timely engineering guidance and prioritise a range of work

Ability to work in a team environment and independently


Our client offers an excellent salary, bonus scheme, pension, share options, regular salary reviews and a car allowance (depending on grading) and a full relocation package.

To apply for this position please forward your CV with a covering letter highlighting your relevant skills