Location: Leamington Spa

Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specializing in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace and defense OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centers in North America, the U.K. and India.

You’ll be applying innovation and initiative on a daily basis to design and prototype propulsion and actuation systems for a new age of sustainable technology, within a refreshing, team-focused, rewarding culture and a 4½ day standard working week. Engineers are our priority, and development of their technical skills and business experience is our working goal. The systems we develop range from 1 Watt to mega-Watts and power vehicles and applications on land, in the air and on water and enabling our global customer base to do things that have not been done before. If this is your type of challenge, carry on reading and apply below.

What you will need

You will have:

• Extensive experience in developing different types of transmission systems in at least two main sectors: automotive, aerospace, off-highway, commercial vehicle, defence, clean energy and/or marine
• High levels of competency in design and CAE analysis of rotating systems
• Adept in applying appropriate GD&T for prototype and production manufacturing processes for a wide range of components and materials
• Evidence of successfully executing system integration projects
• Ability to understand, collate and own the creation of compelling system propositions of engineering activities/scope outside the Mechanical Engineering domain e.g. hydraulics, development, test, controls electrified powertrain components
• Solved challenging problems by developing new capabilities or techniques
• An understanding of market trends and challenges, and applications of existing technology within the industry
• A track record of successfully applying non-standard technical solutions and coaching others to achieve the same
• Developed a strong technical reputation and relationship with customers and suppliers
• Mentored others in their technical development and the quality and value of their output
• Successfully managed large, multi-person and multi-discipline projects through their complete development cycle
• High level of expertise or appreciation in some of the key software packages within drivetrain engineering (SMT MASTA, Romax, Creo, UGNX, Catia, Amesim, Recurdyn, Matlab, Altair and Ansys packages)
• Generated and managed commercial opportunities to a successful conclusion
• Awareness of the commercial approach of a consultancy business will be advantageous

Additional:

The command of a foreign language is always a benefit in a company with global reach, particularly, French, German, Korean

What we can offer

• An environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential by having the support of the people you work with
• A people-oriented work culture, where we always follow through on our projects, no matter how big the challenge, and aim to build lasting relationships with our clients
• A competitive salary and benefits package which recognises your exceptional value to our business.

These include:

• Royal London Pension (salary sacrifice)
• Health Insurance (after probation period completed)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Flexible Start and Finish time
• EV Car Scheme (after probation period completed)
• Hybrid Working – Min 3 Days in office

Key Responsibilities

• The delivery of technical work packages and whole projects to as sold margins or better
• Propose innovative R&D projects to the CTO
• Checking and approval of precision 2D manufacturing drawings to the relevant standards
• Business development activities within the Mechanical Engineering function, able to propose appropriate scope of work, timing, resource and cost estimates inline with customer RFQs
• Utilising / overseeing state of the art simulation techniques and design tools to design, develop and prototype transmission, driveline and actuation systems
• Developing new methods to solve industry problems, generating market leading solutions.
• Leading by example implementing DSD’s technical processes to ensure it is executed to the highest quality when developing others in standards of drawings and technical reporting
• Managing multi person/cross functional projects to achieve budgeted margin and maintain an excellent relationship with customers, whilst being accountable to the operations board for their outcome
• Developing and maintaining strategic relationships on behalf of the function with key account responsibilities to maintain and build revenue streams in your sector
• Taking an active role in the professional development of others within the function
• An active stake holder in the Mechanical Engineering function’s quality system, generating and developing technical and procedural capabilities and ensuring their continuous development
• Marketing DSD through technical and commercial forums, conferences and white papers
• Managing challenging proposals and quotes that define the strategy of the project while mitigating technical and commercial risks

General Responsibilities

• Strive to continuously improve individual performance through the acquisition of new skills and knowledge
• Taking responsibility for your own continual development
• Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contributing to the team ethic at work
• Acting as a role model for DSD’s values and professional standards
• Developing your personal reputation with your peers and within customers and suppliers as an ambassador of DSD
• Communicating actively and effectively internally and externally
• Exhibiting a passion for learning and facing new challenges
• Adapting to the needs of a growing and developing business
• Willing to undertake short and long haul-travel on behalf of the company
• Being fully aware of and actively complying with DSD’s policies and procedures

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

DSD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and welcomes all applications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or disability.