Senior Development Engineer

The Senior Development Engineer will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating engine development work, including pre-test planning, detailed specification and writing of testing instructions, reviewing test data to ensure quality and post-test data analysis. Roles will vary by project but could include engine calibration, system performance analysis, component development as well as paper based studies investigating new and innovative technology.

 

Qualifications Essential:
• Strong technical aptitude.
• Accredited Engineering Degree or relevant experience and demonstrated competency.
• Strong understanding of engine component development.
• A demonstrated high level of capability and experience working independently within engine performance and emissions development, preferably for Diesel engines.
• Specific experience with the development of electronically controlled engines is essential with an understanding of the control system requirements.

 

Desirable:
• Performance calibration experience in off-highway diesel engine components.
• FMEA and 8D problem solving awareness is useful though not essential Responsibilities.
• Working with technologies to contribute and support development of new and legacy engines for military applications.
• Advanced analysis and interpretation of testing data to define calibration requirements.
• Root cause analysis of identified technical issues.
• Technical reporting of executed development.
• Identify quality issues and understand performance interactions.
• Lead technical discussions and to understand the interactions which influence powertrain performance.
• Ownership of technical projects.
• Use of appropriate techniques and recommendations in light of the data analysis.
• Present updates and information to Senior levels of managements within multiple functions of the business.
 • Generating new tools to support the project Key.

 

Competencies:
• Must have strong technical skills and understanding and ability to communicate technical information effectively.
• Ability to thrive in a high pressure and fast paced environment, focussed on deliverables and commitment, take personal accountability, genuine interest in engines and commitment to projects.
• Assertive and professional communication style, ability to work in multi-functional teams.
• Strong self-motivation but a collaborative team-working ethic will be essential to see the project through to successful completion.