Development Engineer

Are you looking for a role to suit your mechanical or automotive experiences and are a technical thinker?

An exciting opportunity has recently been raised for a Development Engineer for a leading manufacturer of off highway diesel engines in Peterborough. The position is currently paying £26.54 PAYE and £35 Umbrella. The current working hours are 37 hours a week. Monday to Thursday 8:30-16:45 and Friday 8:15-16:15. There is flexible working (hybrid) available with the requirement of being on site for 2 days minimum.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Plan and deliver Aftertreatment system/component development projects to time, cost and quality goals.
2. Assess technical risk through FMEA; define and coordinate simulation and validation activities (DVP&R).
3. Knowledge of troubleshooting approaches, tools and techniques (8D); ability to anticipate, detect and resolve technical problems in a manufacturing environment.
4. Planning and improving testing procedures and operations to make the test more reliable, efficient and cost effective.
5. Monitoring results, machine and process capabilities and performance reliability.
6. Communicate project status and key issues to peers, stakeholders and management.
7. Collaborate with suppliers to develop specifications and deliver quality solutions through APQP.
8. Write and review technical information and technical reports to support production design release.
9. Collaborate with global teams to implement engineering solutions at worldwide facilities.
10. Reflect on lessons learnt, using Lean methodology to identify improvement opportunities.

Skills and Experience:

1. Bachelor's degree in an accredited Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent knowledge/experience).
2. 6-8 years of engineering or relevant experience.
3. Good understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, engine components and/or systems and component development.
4. Good understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
5. Self-motivated and able to manage and deliver complex projects to meet commitments.
6. Effective communication skills and teamwork with both internal teams and external suppliers.
7. Previous knowledge and experience of diesel engine development and new product introduction. Basic awareness of aftertreatment system function.
8. Troubleshooting Technical Problems: Adheres to standard troubleshooting procedures to ensure effectiveness of resolution.
9. Experience of leading and participating in APQP, FMEA and DVP&R.
10. Strong analytical skills, and experience of developing components and systems through simulation, rig testing and complete system testing.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. 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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