Posted:  21st December, 2025

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Position: : Fuels System Engineer *2 Positions (Lead Engineer & Component D&R Engineer)

Domain: Automotive

Job Type: Contract 

Location: Warwickshire, UK

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QDSL (Quintessential Design Services Limited) is an engineering and technology consultancy, supporting client projects in field of Engineering Innovations, Research & Development and IT. We offer engineering support in Automotive, Aerospace, Energy and IT.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced One Lead Engineer and One Component D&R Engineer to the design, release, and development of PTSE components, with a focus on fuel systems. You will ensure these components meet performance, safety, cost, and quality standards, while managing the entire lifecycle from design through production.

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Key Responsibilities:

 

Design & Development:

• Lead the creation of detailed CAD models and engineering drawings for PTSE fuel system components (fuel tanks, pumps, injectors, fuel lines, etc.).

• Provide design direction and approve engineering drawings for fuel system components.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for design-related issues in fuel system components.

• Complete design validation through CAE simulations, prototyping, and physical testing, specifically for fuel system components.

• Ensure fuel system designs comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., EPA, CARB), and internal specifications.

• Research emerging technologies and materials to enhance fuel system performance (e.g., new fuel types, hybrid technologies).

• Drive cost reduction and weight optimisation initiatives without compromising safety, quality, or fuel efficiency.

• Contribute to design reviews and lessons-learned sessions related to fuel system development.

 

 

Release Management:

• Manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) and part release processes for fuel system components using PLM systems (e.g., 3Dx or Teamcenter).

• Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure timely release and readiness for production of fuel system components.

• Maintain documentation for design changes, approvals, and release milestones specific to fuel systems.

 

 

Programme Delivery:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including programme teams, manufacturing, purchasing, quality, and development teams, to ensure successful fuel system integration into the overall vehicle design.

• Track programme timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure on-time delivery of fuel system components.

 

 

Supplier Management:

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of fuel system components that meet engineering specifications and quality standards.

• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and initiate corrective actions where necessary.

• Support sourcing decisions through technical assessments and risk evaluations specific to fuel systems.

• Facilitate cross-functional alignment between engineering, purchasing, and supplier teams to resolve issues and optimize fuel system delivery.

• Ensure supplier compliance with programme milestones, cost targets, and launch readiness requirements for fuel systems.

 

 

Failure Mode Avoidance & Problem Solving:

• Lead complex engineering and process investigations using the 8D framework to identify and eliminate root causes of fuel system-related issues through data-driven analysis.

• Apply Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) techniques, including containment, warranty mitigation, and recurrence prevention, specifically for fuel system components.

• Use structured problem-solving tools to validate cause/effect relationships, incorporating measurement system capability and process mapping in fuel system design.

• Implement robust, permanent solutions and control methods to sustain improvements across fuel system development.

• Deliver cost-effective, resilient outcomes through effective issue management methodologies.

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Systems Engineering:

• Apply systems thinking and engineering principles to address challenges specific to automotive fuel systems.

• Utilise systems engineering methodologies across the design, integration, and verification stages of fuel system components.

• Demonstrate expertise in Requirements Management, Systems Modelling, Test Authoring, Testing, Workflow, and Configuration Management for fuel systems.

• Deliver integrated fuel systems that meet customer and regulatory requirements using appropriate toolsets.

• Create design rules and standards for fuel systems and associated components.

 

 

Geometric Dimensional Control:

• Decompose complex fuel system designs into conceptual assembly sequences, defining key locations and fixing strategies.

• Manage variation and tolerance using statistical analysis and six degrees of freedom principles in fuel system components.

• Leverage engineering toolsets to process measurement data and ensure high-quality fuel system engineering releases.

• Apply digital tools to support robust fuel system release and maturation throughout launch phases.

 

 

Commodity Planning:

• Interpret Programme Assumptions, ReUse strategies, and Commodity Plans to support fuel system feature delivery.

• Navigate the critical path of fuel system commodity delivery in alignment with the Complex Commodity Delivery System (CCDS) process.

• Apply all phases of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Engineering Build Event Readiness (EBER) for fuel systems.

 

 

Cost & Budget Management:

• Analyse financial data across multiple sources to identify risks and opportunities for cost optimisation specific to fuel systems.

• Use financial tools to deliver key performance indicators (KPIs) across engineering functions for fuel system projects.

 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required:

 

• Significant experience in automotive fuel systems, including components such as fuel tanks, pumps, injectors, lines, and related subsystems.

• Full UK driving license (for roles based onsite in the UK).

• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and fuel system technologies in automotive applications.

• Experience with FEA, DFMEA, and design validation tools specific to fuel systems.

• Familiarity with PLM systems (e.g., 3Dx, Teamcenter, TRM).

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.

• Demonstrated commitment to customer satisfaction, teamwork, integrity, growth, and impact.

 

Education:

 

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field.

 

 

Personal Profile:

 

• An effective team player, actively develops and supports team members

• A clear communicator to ensure they can be effective withing the team.

• Well organised, highly driven, self-motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision

• A positive, proactive and flexible attitude to adapt to changing work requirements and priorities, in order to meet deadlines

• Flexibility to work at different locations as per programme requirements.

• Passionate about applying engineering principles and solving technical problems with a hands-on approach​

What we offer (For Permanent)

 

• Competitive Salary in line with level of experience

• Opportunity to be part of world class product development projects

• Pension Scheme

• 28 Days Holidays (Annual + Bank Holidays)

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The applications window for this position shall be closed any time as per the applications we may receive.