Senior Design Engineer (Contract)Location: Peterborough (100% On-site)Pay Rate: £30-35 per hour Duration: 24 Months (Likely to extend)Working Hours: Mon-Thu (08:30-16:45), Fri (08:30-16:15)The OpportunityOur client, a global leader in the Industrial Power Systems sector, is seeking an experienced Design Engineer to join their Base Engine Team in Peterborough. This is a high-impact role focused on "clean-sheet" design work, developing brand-new products and innovative green energy solutions for new markets.Your RoleYou will be responsible for designing and packaging complex engine components from the ground up. This role involves taking ownership of challenging requirements within New Product Introduction (NPI) projects, ensuring all designs meet functional, durability, and manufacturing standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and Packaging: Create complex geometry for engine components including major castings (aluminum and cast iron), geartrains, valvetrains, and in-cylinder components.System Integration: Contribute to the development of cooling, lubrication, and breather systems.Risk Mitigation: Conduct FMEAs to identify design risks and establish validation requirements.Supplier Collaboration: Work closely with global manufacturing sites and external suppliers using APQP methodologies.Technical Documentation: Generate high-quality drawings and data in CREO to support prototype and volume production releases.Candidate RequirementsTechnical Skills:CAD Expertise: Expert-level ..... full job details .....