About this role
As an Lead Electric Motor Design Engineer, you will join our London team to support our activities within the Aerospace sector.
You will be working on complex R&D and R&T engineering programmes focused on the development and maturation of mechanical product solutions from concept through to validation. The projects involve multi-disciplinary collaboration within regulated, high-integrity environments, requiring robust, cost-effective designs that are suitable for manufacture and long-term operational use.
Location: LondonOn Site: HybridClearance: Not requiredExperience Level: Senior levelKey Responsibilities:
Lead and support the mechanical design of rotating electric motor systems for EV and electrified powertrain applicationsDeliver robust mechanical design solutions across R&D / R&T programmes, from concept through to validationAct as technical authority for mechanical designs, reviewing and approving work produced by Product EngineersOwn and/or support mechanical engineering work packages, ensuring delivery against cost, quality and programme milestonesEnsure designs meet Design to Cost, Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) requirementsProvide technical supervision to a small, multi-disciplinary engineering team (mechanical, stress, thermal, V&V, industrialisation, quality)Interface closely with stress, thermal and NVH teams to ensure rotating machinery meets performance and durability requirementsSupport integration of motor designs into wider EV systems and vehicle architecturesContribute to and support design reviews, risk assessments and technical decision-making at system and component levelEnsure engineering solutions comply with relevant industry standards and internal design governance
Required Skills:
Proven experience in mechanical design of rotating electrical machines / motors for electric vehicles or related applicationsStrong background in mechanical product design within R&D or R&T programmesExperience with multi-disciplinary engineering collaboration (stress, thermal, NVH, V&V, industrialisation, quality)Ability to review, approve and provide technical authority on mechanical designsUnderstanding of Design to Cost, Design for Manufacture (DFM), and Design for Assembly (DFA) principlesProficient in CAD tools such as CATIA, NX, Creo or SolidWorksKnowledge of engineering standards and regulations relevant to high-integrity mechanical systemsStrong problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills in complex engineering projectsRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Proven track record in rotating machinery or electric motor mechanical designExperience in R&D or R&T programmes, ideally within the automotive or EV sectorsFamiliarity with engineering design standards, manufacturing processes, and validation/testing proceduresDesirable Skills:
Experience with high-speed rotating machinery or EV drivetrain systemsKnowledge of NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) considerations in mechanical designExposure to safety-critical engineering standards (ISO, IEC, or automotive-specific regulations)Experience in designing for lightweight / high-efficiency applicationsFamiliarity with simulation tools for thermal, stress, or rotational analysis Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.