Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services and management consulting for digital transformation. We help businesses harness unrelenting technological change to successfully deliver innovations that will help them gain a competitive advantage and improve the everyday lives of people around the globe.
As part of our continued support to a major automotive client, we are seeking a Powertrain Systems Engineer to support the development and integration of powertrain systems within high-performance vehicle programmes. Reporting to the Senior Powertrain Engineer, the role focuses on system-level engineering, ensuring that powertrain subsystems operate cohesively to meet vehicle performance, efficiency, and reliability targets.
You will work with a team of powertrain engineers and technical experts to analyse system behaviour, resolve issues, and support the integration of powertrain technologies across vehicle platforms.
- Powertrain System Integration
- Support the development and integration of powertrain systems across vehicle platforms.
- Ensure seamless interaction between engine, transmission, electric drive systems, and auxiliary components.
- Collaborate with vehicle integration teams to ensure system compatibility.
- System Analysis & Problem Resolution
- Analyse system performance data and identify areas for improvement.
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to diagnose and resolve system issues.
- Support root cause investigations using tools such as RCA, Fishbone analysis, and IS/IS NOT methodologies.
- Programme Delivery
- Ensure system deliverables align with programme timing, cost, and quality targets.
- Support design release activities in line with the Engineering Timing Release Schedule (ETRS).
- Engineering Documentation
- Maintain system-level documentation including technical specifications, DFMEA, and validation plans.
- Support BoM management and configuration control through SAP.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with engineering teams across vehicle systems including chassis, electrical, and thermal management.
- Provide technical input to programme reviews and support project reporting activities.
Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
2:1 degree classification or above desirable.
- Strong understanding of powertrain system architecture and integration.
- Ability to analyse system-level performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis.
Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP, and technical specification documentation.
Experience using CATIA V5 (2D & 3D) for engineering investigation and design activities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools for documentation and reporting.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines and suppliers.
- Familiarity with APQP processes including DFMEA and validation planning.
- Knowledge of vehicle attribute development and performance analysis.
Experience working within automotive OEM or Tier-1 powertrain engineering environments is desirable.
- Involvement in vehicle system integration and development programmes.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Experience with vehicle system modelling or simulation tools
- Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
- We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
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- Competitive company benefits
- Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
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- Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
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- Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
- Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
- Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people
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