Current Vacancies - Senior Engineer - Powertrain Hybrid Technology

We now have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Engineer – Powertrain Hybrid Technology to join our busy team based in Woking, Surrey.

Principal accountabilities for position

• Lead the technical assessment, integration and application of appropriate hybrid Powertrain technology.

• Identify and support the progression of advanced Powertrain technologies within McLaren Automotive.

• Support hybrid Powertrain design, development and integration activities.

• Manage the definition and execution of development & validation activities.

• BoM definition & management - responsible for cost (piece price and investment), quality and timing of components.

• Manage cross functional team including technical experts, designers, buyers and manufacturing engineers to achieve the above.

• Extensive supplier liaison across all technical areas including leadership, planning, monitoring and control of suppliers to guarantee project delivery and optimised profits in technical, commercial & performance areas.

• Review and manage the opening and closure of engineering concerns.

• Respond to requests for information or specification change with assessment of risk and cost.

• Control DFM and FMEA as required.

• Support vehicle development activities.

• Preparation and presentation of material to support external and internal project status reviews.

Knowledge, skills and experience for position

• Experienced in OEM or tier one system delivery.

• Low Volume, less than 5000 unit per annum, experience preferred.

• Management of supplier commercial contracts & deliverables.

• Knowledge & experience of hybrid Powertrain system modelling for performance, economy & drivability.

• Proven leadership of an engineering team.

• Knowledge & working experience of high performance hybrid Powertrain technology, application and supply base.

• Proficient in the use of calibration / diagnostic tool sets and data loggers.

• Excellent knowledge of the principles of engine management systems and electronic control communication protocols.

•Excellent knowledge in control and application of sensors and actuators.

• Knowledge & experience of full product lifecycle activities including feasibility assessment, concept work, design control, problem control and resolution, cost and weight management, supplier management and series product introduction through a number of product programmes.

• Chartered Engineer

• Mechanical or Automotive Engineering Degree 2:1 or above

Personal attributes / behavioural skills for position

• Strong leadership characteristics – at ease leading a team of high performance engineers.

• Self motivated to deliver excellence.

• Able to remain focused under pressure.

• Excellent communicator.

• Able to motivate and command respect.

• Capable of representing world class automotive brand.

• Delivery focused – with demonstrable track record of on time delivery.

For this role we offer a competitive package including private healthcare, access to an executive car scheme, company pension scheme and the chance to work in a truly unique environment.

If you think that you have what it takes then please send your C.V. to: mcl.jobs@mclaren.com. Please outline your salary expectations.

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