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6 months ago
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Job Description

Performance Systems Engineer - Engine / Powertrain

Peterborough / Hybrid working - 3 days on-site per week

12 month contract - likely to be extended

The Performance Systems Integration Engineer role will be focused on the development of current and future products, and the successful candidate will work alongside other highly talented Engineers, utilising their problem-solving skills and technical knowledge to make data driven decisions to create new solutions, ensure product quality and emissions compliance.

The successful application will work as part of a cross functional team, collaborating with partners in Systems, Component, Performance and Electronics, to deliver world class products.

Responsibilities include:

  • Requirements - System architecture, calibration requirements and control system definition
  • Detailed technical trade-offs and control system development, through use of simulation and analytical tools
  • Technical problem solving and issue resolution
  • Integration of our products into customer applications
  • Demonstrate product quality, emissions conformance, and product signoff

Qualifications & Experience Required:

  • Experience of some or all of the following, in relation to Engine / Powertrain development:
  • Performance and Emissions Calibration
  • Control Systems development and optimisation
  • 0D/1D simulation tools (e.g. GT Power / Ricardo Wave)
  • Matlab / Simulink
  • Ability to define the problem and determining its significance, prior to looking for solution
  • Utilise problem solving methodologies to structure problem solving approach (e.g. 5 Whys, Ishikawa, Fault Trees etc)
  • Take a data driven approach to problem solving, with strong data analysis skills
  • Uses logic and intuition to make inferences about the meaning of the data and arrive at conclusions
  • Contributes to standard practices for problem-solving approaches, tools, and processes
  • Effective communication skills

Competitive Hourly Rate - Umbrella OR PAYE

To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

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