39 vehicle concepts engineer jobs found

Vehicle Concepts Engineer Location: Gaydon Contract: 12 Months Order Ref: (phone number removed) What to Expect Our client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off‑Cycle Projects. In this role, you will support the creation of early‑phase CAD schemes for future vehicle programmes, contributing to the development of both upper body and underbody package layouts. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will ensure that early concept layouts meet the necessary Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre‑CS to KO). You will collaborate closely with multiple cross‑functional teams, including: Vehicle Architectures & Engineering Body & Chassis Concepts Design Studio Human Factors Body Structural Integration Advanced PowertrainThis is a fantastic opportunity to influence the direction of future vehicle architectures and contribute to...

Luxury automotive OEM POSITION DESCRIPTION: * The client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off Cycle Projects. * In this role, you will support the creation of early phase CAD schemes that contribute to the upper body and/or under body package layout for future products. * Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will help ensure that concept layouts meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre CS to KO). * You will collaborate closely with teams including Vehicle Architectures and Engineering, Body & Chassis Concepts, Studio, Human Factors, Body Structural Integration, and Advanced Powertrain. * This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to influence the development of future vehicles and architectures, whilst working alongside passionate and talented people. Essential Skills & Experience * Proficiency...

Luxury automotive OEM POSITION DESCRIPTION: * The client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off Cycle Projects. * In this role, you will support the creation of early phase CAD schemes that contribute to the upper body and/or under body package layout for future products. * Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will help ensure that concept layouts meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre CS to KO). * You will collaborate closely with teams including Vehicle Architectures and Engineering, Body & Chassis Concepts, Studio, Human Factors, Body Structural Integration, and Advanced Powertrain. * This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to influence the development of future vehicles and architectures, whilst working alongside passionate and talented people. Essential Skills & Experience * Proficiency...

Job Title: Vehicle Concepts Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £27.21ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £20.35ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Description: Our client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE Off‑Cycle Projects. In this role, you will support the creation of early‑phase CAD schemes that contribute to the upper‑body and/or under‑body package layout for future products. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will help ensure that concept layouts meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (pre‑CS to KO). You will collaborate closely with teams including Vehicle Architectures and Engineering, Body & Chassis Concepts, Studio, Human Factors, Body Structural Integration, and Advanced Powertrain. This is an excellent opportunity...

Vehicle Concepts Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Do you have 3D CAD experience? With an understanding of fundamental vehicle packaging principles, including areas such as occupant positioning, underbody clearances, and powertrain motion envelopes.  Are you ready to drive your career forward with an exciting opportunity in the automotive industry? This Vehicle Concepts Engineer role is your chance to step into an inspiring environment where innovation meets excellence. This company is renowned for creating world-class vehicles, and you could play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their iconic products. If you're passionate about engineering, thrive in a collaborative setting, and are eager to make a lasting impact, this is the role for you. What You Will Do:  - Support the creation of early-phase CAD schemes, contributing to the upper-body and/or underbody package layout for future vehicles. - Collaborate with teams such as Vehicle...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Vehicle Concepts Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. The Vehicle Concepts Engineer sits in the Whole Vehicle Concepts team within VAVE OffCycle Project. In this role, you will support the creation of early phase CAD schemes that contribute to the Upperbody and / or underbody package layout for future products. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will help ensure that concept layouts meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Creative requirements during the Concept phase (preCS to KO). You will collaborate closely with teams including Vehicle Architectures and Engineering, Body & Chassis Concepts, Studio, Human Factors, Body Structural Integration, and Advanced Powertrain. This is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to influence the development of future vehicles and architectures, whilst...

Expleo is seeking a Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer to support a major automotive OEM in Warwickshire on a contract basis. This opportunity sits within the Off‑Cycle Projects division of the VAVE team, contributing to the earliest stage of new vehicle development. About the Role As a Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer, you will lead the creation of whole-vehicle package layouts during the Concept phase (pre‑CS to KO). You'll develop CAD schemes that support the definition of upper-body and underbody layouts, ensuring they meet Engineering, Manufacturing, and Design requirements. This role is central to shaping the architecture and feasibility of upcoming vehicle programmes. Key Responsibilities Produce high-quality CAD schemes to define whole‑vehicle package concepts. Support development of upper-body and underbody layouts during early concept phases. Ensure package solutions align with engineering feasibility, manufacturing constraints, and design direction. Collaborate with...

Whole Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr umbrella rate Do you have experience in CATIA V5 – V6? Do you have expertise in upper body or underbody vehicle layout, including occupant positioning across all seats, IP & Console, steering column, base of screen, pedals, ingress / egress, trunk dimensioning and useability?  Are you ready to take your engineering career to the next level? This exciting opportunity as a Whole Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer offers you the chance to work on innovative projects within the automotive industry, driving the development of cutting-edge vehicle concepts. With a focus on creativity, collaboration, and precision, this role will allow you to make a tangible impact on future vehicle designs while working in a highly engaging and forward-thinking environment. If you're passionate about engineering excellence and thrive in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you. What You Will Do: • Develop CAD schemes...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Whole Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. This role is part of the Off-Cycle Projects arm in the VAVE team. As a Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer, you’ll be responsible for generating CAD schemes to support the generation of the upper body and / or under body package layout in the Concept phase (pre-CS to KO) across all new products, in order to meet the Engineering, Manufacturing and Design requirements. As a Vehicle Concepts Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for whole vehicle package layout and your key interactions will be mainly but not exclusively with VAVE (Forward Model Architectures, Pre-KO VEM, TGLs, ZI Technical Specialists and SMEs, Human Factors, VE Attribute teams including Weight, TASE, Vehicle Efficiency), Body and Chassis Concepts, Studio Feas, Design, Body Structural...

Expleo is seeking an experienced Vehicle Architecture Lead Engineer to support a major automotive OEM on a contract basis. This role is critical within the Vehicle Concepts and Attribute Integration function, shaping the next generation of vehicle architectures at the earliest stages of development. About the Role As a Vehicle Architecture Lead Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the engineering integration process across complete vehicle architectures. You will define and develop technical specifications and attribute targets, ensure robust engineering strategies, and guide the resolution of complex, cross-functional technical challenges. This position requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and deep technical understanding of whole‑vehicle systems and attributes. Key Responsibilities Define, develop and maintain vehicle technical specifications and attribute requirements across vehicle architectures. Lead the resolution of complex, multi‑disciplinary...

Chassis Design Engineer - (phone number removed) - £33.99/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to take your career to the next level in the automotive industry? This is your chance to join an innovative company working on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of vehicle design. If you're passionate about engineering, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to make a real impact, the role of Chassis Design Engineer could be the perfect fit for you. Offering the opportunity to deliver advanced suspension systems and axle designs, this role is ideal for someone who wants to be at the forefront of automotive excellence. What You Will Do: - Lead the development of axle CAD concepts and integrate corner modules and axle links into subframes and the rest of the vehicle for multiple platforms. - Support Axle Integration Engineers by organising workload, providing technical direction, and ensuring timely delivery of programme objectives. - Create suspension layout studies,...

Vehicle Efficiency Integration Engineer - (phone number removed) - £27.30/hr umbrella rate Are you ready to drive innovation and make a real impact in the automotive industry? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company that's shaping the future of vehicle efficiency. As a Vehicle Efficiency Integration Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of cutting-edge projects, helping to optimise performance while aligning with customer trends and legislative requirements. If you're looking for a role that offers professional growth, exciting challenges, and the opportunity to work on meaningful initiatives, this is the perfect opportunity for you. What You Will Do: - Conduct strategic target setting for the Vehicle Efficiency attribute, including competitive analysis and benchmarking. - Coordinate and contribute to virtual verifications and data analysis for the Vehicle Efficiency attribute. - Assess and negotiate target compatibility between the Vehicle Efficiency attribute...

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to support their team. Position Description: Rate: £29.59 (via Umbrella PAYE) – increasing to £38.38 after 12 weeks under AWR’s (Agency Worker Regulations) Our client is seeking a Functional Safety Systems Engineer to join their core team in the Essex. You will be a key player in ensuring complex, distributed technologies including powertrain, infotainment, and active safety meet the highest safety standards. Using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), you will bridge the gap between research and production, turning "what if" into "what’s next." As a key member of an exciting team leading Functional Safety activities in Product Development, this role involves working with technology subject matter experts to conduct Functional Safety analysis using efficient model-based systems engineering (MBSE / SysML) tools. Additionally, you will...

Human Factors Engineer – Physical Controls Gaydon, Warwickshire (2–3 days on-site per week) 12-month contract Rate: Negotiable (DOE)  An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Human Factors Engineer to support the development of physical user controls within a leading automotive engineering environment. This role focuses on ensuring that human factors, ergonomics and usability principles are embedded throughout the development of physical user interfaces, working closely with engineering, UX and product teams. Key Responsibilities:  Support the development, cascading and ownership of Human Factors requirements for physical user controls Analyse quality and usage data to support requirement development and issue resolution Provide Human Factors input into the development of new physical user interfaces Support the timely completion of Human Factors assessments (e.g. human error, workload) Complete requirement testing, reporting and documentation Support issue resolution through...

Power Electronics Engineer (SiC) Contract: 6 months initial (strong likelihood of extension), Outside IR35, Bristol, Remote Start: ASAP Project Scope The SiC Designer will be responsible for the design, simulation, and optimization of (SiC) power semiconductor devices, supporting next-generation high-voltage, high-efficiency, and high-reliability power electronics. The role spans early device concept through to prototype testing and manufacturable designs, collaborating closely with process, packaging, and system engineering teams. Devices include MOSFETs, diodes, and power modules for applications such as electric vehicles, renewable energy inverters, and industrial power systems. Technical Scope Design and simulate SiC power devices using TCAD or equivalent simulation tools. Optimize device structures for performance metrics including breakdown voltage, on-resistance, switching speed, and thermal performance. Collaborate with process engineers to ensure manufacturability...

Cooling Development Engineer (Contract) The client is seeking a Cooling Development Engineer to join their vehicle engineering team on a contract basis, supporting the design and validation of cooling systems for both battery electric vehicles (BEV) and diesel powertrains. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with PTC Creo and collaborate closely with senior engineers, with the potential to convert to a permanent position. Responsibilities: Support senior engineers in designing, analysing, and testing vehicle cooling systems. Develop 3D models and assemblies in PTC Creo for cooling components and sub-systems. Assist in thermal simulations and system validation activities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including powertrain, vehicle integration, and manufacturing engineering. Document and communicate design changes, test results, and technical findings. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for system efficiency and...

Expleo is a global engineering, technology and consulting partner, trusted by the world's leading organisations to help them achieve successful transformation and sustainable growth. We offer end-to-end services across engineering, quality assurance, and digital transformation, supporting clients in harnessing rapid technological change to gain a competitive edge. As part of our continued support to a major automotive client, we are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Design Engineer - Powertrain to join our dynamic team and deliver critical systems into high-performance vehicle programmes. This inside IR35 contract will be offered for an initial six‑months and located at our client's site in Surrey. Key Responsibilities: Own the technical delivery of powertrain systems from concept through to production. Author/manage technical specifications, FMEAs, DVPs, and test plans. Support prototype and series vehicle builds and testing activities. Contribute to key...

Senior Engineer (Weights) Location: Gaydon Contract Order Ref: (phone number removed) Overview We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Weights) to join the On‑Cycle (programme delivery) Weights Engineering team. In this role, you will take responsibility for coordinating, analysing, and delivering all weight‑related activities across assigned vehicle programmes. You'll work closely with cross‑functional engineering teams to set and achieve targets, resolve complex mass‑related issues, and ensure compliance with certification and regulatory requirements. Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Programme Weight Management Lead coordination of vehicle weight data across all functional owners. Own programme‑level weight targets, including: Target setting and balancing Status reporting to Integration and senior leadership Apply set control models to determine the mass and loads for all buildable programme derivatives. Mass Issue Resolution & Analysis Lead...

Position: (phone number removed) Lead Engineer Body Structures Location: Gaydon Position Type: Contract Inside IR35 Salary: £33.88 per hour umbrella inside IR35 About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Lead Engineer Body Structures to join their team on a rolling contract basis working 40 hours per week Job Description The role will mainly focus on but not limited to the development of Body Structures, Subframes, Structural trays and braces, longitudinal's, shock towers, dash and cowls, with associated interface sub-components, working to structures design rules and standards as part of an Agile team with one of the new vehicles. As a Lead Engineer you will be responsible for the design and development of components on a given platform from concept into production, with platform & project engineer responsibilities. Skills: Body structures design and engineering, both in steel and aluminium,...

Do you have a background as a Suspension Engineer? Expleo are seeking a Suspension Engineer, to lead the delivery of the design of the suspension / axle concept and associated CAD geometry, based in Warwickshire on a Contract basis. Key Responsibilities of the Suspension Engineer include: * Lead the development of the Axle CAD concept * Create suspension layout studies and check packaging including consideration of kinematics and dynamic envelopes * Generate suspension hard point datasheets for release, plus selected other chassis geometry datasheets * Generate and complete the DVP for suspension assemblies * Develop new processes and techniques to improve the Axle design process Qualifications and skills required for the Suspension Engineer include: * Mechanical Engineering based Degree or equivalent * Experienced user of Catia V6 (Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE) with a working knowledge of kinematics * Knowledge of suspension design fundamentals, suspension packaging &...