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level of technical leadership throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring fuel systems meet the required performance, safety, aesthetic, durability, reliability and regulatory requirements.\nThis is an exciting opportunity to work on bespoke, high-performance vehicles, taking responsibility for fuel system delivery from requirements and concept development through to validation, certification and release.\nKey Responsibilities\nYou will be responsible for the engineering and programme delivery of fuel system assemblies and components, working closely with design, attributes, quality, development, purchasing, manufacturing and supplier teams.\n\nThis is your chance to:\nLead the engineering, design and development of fuel systems across vehicle programmes.\nOwn the development of fuel delivery systems, fuel tanks, evaporative emissions-compliant pipe and hose systems, carbon canisters and purge systems.\nDefine system and component requirements, technical specifications and attribute summaries.\nManage BoM structure, mass, design maturity and engineering release timing.\nLead feasibility studies and risk assessments to inform design decisions and mitigate potential issues.\nCarry out FMEA from the earliest conceptual stages of design to identify and reduce potential failures.\nDevelop DVP requirements from system attributes and FMEA outputs to ensure durability, reliability and functionality.\nWork closely with suppliers on design-for-manufacture studies to ensure components achieve programme requirements.\nLead internal stakeholders and external partners in defining design requirements, specifications and programme deliverables.\nManage the delivery of fuel system components and assemblies in line with programme timing.\nCreate and maintain working-level engineering plans aligned with programme requirements.\nEnsure fuel systems are effectively integrated with the wider vehicle and powertrain systems.\nWork closely with design/styling, attributes, quality, development, purchasing and manufacturing teams.\nBuild strong working relationships with suppliers and partners delivering black-box and grey-box systems.\nConsider performance, mass, certification/compliance, aesthetics and sustainability throughout system development.\nProvide technical expertise, guidance and mentorship to multidisciplinary engineering teams.\nPresent relevant metrics and KPIs to the Principal Engineer / Function Group Lead and programme management.\nPropose continuous improvement initiatives across fuel system design processes, methodologies and tools.\nReview current design processes and create appropriate design and drawing standards for fuel system components.\nSupport component R&D and future application of fuel system technologies across programmes.\nSkills, Knowledge and Expertise\nYou'll be a technically strong fuel system engineer with experience in high-performance fuel system design and engineering, ideally within a demanding automotive environment.\n5-10 years' experience in the design and engineering of high-performance fuel systems.\nBachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical, automotive, aerospace engineering or a similar discipline.\nProven experience as a Senior Engineer, with a focus on leading design and project engineering.\nStrong knowledge of fuel system engineering, development and optimisation.\nUnderstanding of fuel flow system sizing.\nExperience with aluminium fabricated fuel tank design and manufacture.\nStrong knowledge of pipe and hose technology, with particular emphasis on joint design.\nKnowledge of evaporative emissions-compliant fuel system design for EU, CARB and EPA requirements.\nUnderstanding of Regulation (EU) 2018/858, US 40 CFR Part 86 and California CCR Title 13 regulations.\nHands-on experience with fuel delivery system calibration strategies as required by EMS.\nExperience with emissions chassis dynamometer testing and evaporative SHED testing protocols.\nExperience with relevant engineering tools and software.\nExperience working with suppliers and external partners on component development and delivery.\nStrong leadership and interpersonal skills, with experience leading engineering teams.\nAbility to work independently on engineering and project management topics while operating effectively across multidisciplinary teams.\nOrganised, persuasive, resourceful, flexible and self-directing, with a passion for delivering objectives.\nComfortable challenging existing processes and developing improved engineering approaches.\nClear and effective communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.\nA creative thinker with a passion for pushing the boundaries of engineering possibilities.\nA strong team player\nManagerial & Team Leadership Responsibilities\n\nYou'll provide technical leadership within the programme engineering team, supporting people development while establishing clear responsibility and accountability.\nEstablish strong team member relationships and provide technical support for development, coaching and mentoring.\nManage day-to-day team activities within the programme and delegate workloads fairly.\nPlan and evaluate team activities and delegate as required.\nSupport the Principal Engineer / Function Group Lead with resource requirements and justification.\nWork with the internal recruitment team when required.\nLead by example.\nManage conflict, resolve incidents and support effective problem solving.\nShare and cascade information and communicate programme goals clearly.\nPromote collaboration between engineers, SQE and purchasing.\n Why This Role Matters\n\nThis is an opportunity to play a key technical role in delivering the fuel systems behind Gordon Murray Automotive's high-performance vehicles.\n\nYou will work across the full fuel system development lifecycle, from defining requirements and developing concepts through to design, supplier delivery, testing, regulatory certification and programme release. Your expertise will directly contribute to fuel system performance, reliability, durability, emissions compliance and vehicle integration.\nYou'll have the opportunity to develop and deliver advanced fuel system solutions for ultra-low-volume vehicles while contributing to the engineering standards and future development of fuel system technologies across the Gordon Murray Group.\nBenefits\nAs well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the position comes with:\nCompetitive Base Salary\nPrivate Medical Scheme\nLife Assurance\nHoliday Loyalty Bonus Scheme\nEnhanced Personal Pension Plan\nEnhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay\nCycle to Work Scheme\nSalary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme\nParking Onsite\n\nGordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. 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