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# Senior Design Engineer

- **Company:** RHL
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £72,800.0 - £84,157.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Technical Data Management Systems
- **Published:** June 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/senior-design-engineer-stanground-cambridgeshire/2847209270-2/

## About the Role

* CREO10 expert; 6+ years CAD design experience
 * Strong engine or mechanical systems knowledge (incl. bolted joints, sealing)
 * Good understanding of casting, machining and manufacturing assembly principles
 * Strong communication, teamwork and self-management
 * HNC or technical degree preferred (mechanical/automotive) or equivalent experience
 * Not essential but beneficial to have:- Product Lifecycle Management PLM Tools experience, validation & verification, diesel, alternative fuels which are spark ignited.

## Description

The successful applicant will join a team supporting new product component introductions. You'll deliver complex design solutions across global manufacturing, suppliers and internal stakeholders.

The Role

 * Design/package components: aluminium & cast iron castings, gear-train, valve-train, drive-train, in-cylinder parts
 * Input to breather, cooling, FEAD and lubrication system development
 * Lead FMEA/risk assessment, design reviews and validation needs definition
 * Produce drawings/technical data to internal standards for prototype and volume release
 * Manage deliverable mile stones, and collaborate with suppliers using Advanced Product Quality Planning APQP tools


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