Principal Design Engineer / Assistant Chief Engineer - Driveline and Transmission Systems at Ricardo Plc in Royal Leamington Spa, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

bom management

dfma coordination

technical reports

simulation support

supplier liaison

mentoring

Management ofBill of Materials.
Close cooperation with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure products meetDFMArequirements.
Creationof technical reports and documentationasrequiredfor engineering projects.
Close cooperation withFEA, CFD and Simulation teamsto ensure products meet design validation requirements.
Liaison with suppliers and other Ricardo departments to ensure the required information is available when needed and customer requests are dealt within a timely manner.
Responsibility forcoaching and mentoringdesign engineers in design techniques and departmental processes.

Requirements

cad

gd&t

mechanical engineering

windchill

fea

problem solving

Confident,proactiveand adaptive ability to take the lead in challenging situations to achieve company goals andobjectives.
Ability to understand, produce and check2D technical drawingsto a high standard with high GD&T competency.
3D CADskills with one or more major CAD systems (e.g. CREO, CATIA, NX)
Understanding ofmarket sector trendsand market development.
Strong technical and report writing communication skill in English.
Able to prioritize and organize multiple project workloads and tasks working to tight deadlines.
Degree (Bachelor or Masters) in Mechanical Engineeringor similar field or with equivalent technical experience.
Substantiveexperience in Mechanical Design Engineering.
Concept and definitive 3D mechanical designof systems, system assemblies and complex components such as transmission casings, rotating components, gears, injection moulded components.
Solid understanding ofmechanical engineering principleswith ability to interpret FEA, CFD results and incorporate them in mechanical design.
Detailed mechanicaldesign work including basic stress calculations, FMEA’s, 2D detailing, 2D layouts, Tolerance stacks asrequired.
Solid understanding ofmanufacturing processes, and their impact on design, experience with DFMA.
Experience with PLM systems,Windchillpreferred.
Able to travel to support Ricardo’s worldwide client base.
Advanced capabilities inMicrosoft Office.
Broad range ofmechanical design knowledgespecializing in one of the following areas: Transmission, Hybridtransmissions, EDU’s.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to take on project roles such as Chief Designer or Chief Engineer as required by projects,ability to leadsmall- to mid-size project teams.

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Multi-Million Contracts

Contracts Overview

Ricardo secures significant contracts globally, including defense and clean-energy projects.

2025 Transition Plan

Portfolio Shift

Ricardo divested its defense arm and expanded into environmental consultancy services.

Evolved from combustion technology to strategic consultancy, Ricardo now serves as a global engineering powerhouse.
Headquartered in England, it shifted focus from manufacturing to delivering engineering and strategic consultancy.
Key achievements include guiding clients through decarbonization and technical transformation in transport, energy, and environment.
Award-winning projects include carbon-capture plants, hydrogen fuel-cell ships, and digital energy-modelling tools for governments.
Iconic projects include diesel speed records, McLaren supercar engines, and Taxibot aircraft tugs, showcasing over a century of innovation.
Now publicly listed, it combines technical expertise with strategic consultancy to spearhead complex, sustainable projects across sectors.

Culture + Values

Since 1915

Years of innovation

The company has a long-standing tradition of leveraging science and technology to drive efficiency and sustainability.

Create together
Be innovative
Aim high
Be mindful
Motivated by our strong purpose: developing innovative, cross-sector, sustainable and trusted solutions
Close-knit, purpose-driven global community renowned for expertise, creativity, mindfulness and collective passion

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Carbon Emissions Target

Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions from operations by the end of 2030.

46.2% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2031 compared to 2020 levels.

90% Renewable Energy

Electricity Usage Goal

Pledged to source 90% of electricity from renewable sources by end-2026.

Carbon-Negative Plant

Innovation in Carbon Capture

Commissioning a carbon-negative demonstrator plant in 2023 to remove CO₂ and supply clean energy.

Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2031 vs 2020.
Renewable electricity usage increased from 67% (FY 2017/18) to 74% (FY 2019/20).
Independent verification of FY 2019/20 GHG emissions (including scope 3 air travel) by Lloyd’s Register.
Net Zero strategy levers include renewable energy, property efficiency, digital-first travel policy, verified offsetting.
Monitor GHG emissions, energy, water use and waste across all sites; align with GRI, SASB and UN SDGs.
Partnered with Manufacture 2030 in 2022 to decarbonize supply-chain Scope 3 emissions via detailed GHG inventories and supplier engagement.
Acquired 93% of E3-Modelling SA (Jan 2023) to enhance environmental modelling capability in energy, environment and mobility sectors.

Inclusion & Diversity

Passionate about creating an environment where differences are valued and celebrated, and everyone feels they belong
Goal to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive employer, believing different perspectives fuel client‑focus, collaboration, change and mindfulness
No gender breakdown publicly available

Articles

About Ricardo

Careers at Ricardo

Sustainability at Ricardo

Role

Description

bom management

dfma coordination

technical reports

simulation support

supplier liaison

mentoring

Management ofBill of Materials.
Close cooperation with manufacturing and process engineers to ensure products meetDFMArequirements.
Creationof technical reports and documentationasrequiredfor engineering projects.
Close cooperation withFEA, CFD and Simulation teamsto ensure products meet design validation requirements.
Liaison with suppliers and other Ricardo departments to ensure the required information is available when needed and customer requests are dealt within a timely manner.
Responsibility forcoaching and mentoringdesign engineers in design techniques and departmental processes.

Requirements

cad

gd&t

mechanical engineering

windchill

fea

problem solving

Confident,proactiveand adaptive ability to take the lead in challenging situations to achieve company goals andobjectives.
Ability to understand, produce and check2D technical drawingsto a high standard with high GD&T competency.
3D CADskills with one or more major CAD systems (e.g. CREO, CATIA, NX)
Understanding ofmarket sector trendsand market development.
Strong technical and report writing communication skill in English.
Able to prioritize and organize multiple project workloads and tasks working to tight deadlines.
Degree (Bachelor or Masters) in Mechanical Engineeringor similar field or with equivalent technical experience.
Substantiveexperience in Mechanical Design Engineering.
Concept and definitive 3D mechanical designof systems, system assemblies and complex components such as transmission casings, rotating components, gears, injection moulded components.
Solid understanding ofmechanical engineering principleswith ability to interpret FEA, CFD results and incorporate them in mechanical design.
Detailed mechanicaldesign work including basic stress calculations, FMEA’s, 2D detailing, 2D layouts, Tolerance stacks asrequired.
Solid understanding ofmanufacturing processes, and their impact on design, experience with DFMA.
Experience with PLM systems,Windchillpreferred.
Able to travel to support Ricardo’s worldwide client base.
Advanced capabilities inMicrosoft Office.
Broad range ofmechanical design knowledgespecializing in one of the following areas: Transmission, Hybridtransmissions, EDU’s.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to take on project roles such as Chief Designer or Chief Engineer as required by projects,ability to leadsmall- to mid-size project teams.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Multi-Million Contracts

Contracts Overview

Ricardo secures significant contracts globally, including defense and clean-energy projects.

2025 Transition Plan

Portfolio Shift

Ricardo divested its defense arm and expanded into environmental consultancy services.

Evolved from combustion technology to strategic consultancy, Ricardo now serves as a global engineering powerhouse.
Headquartered in England, it shifted focus from manufacturing to delivering engineering and strategic consultancy.
Key achievements include guiding clients through decarbonization and technical transformation in transport, energy, and environment.
Award-winning projects include carbon-capture plants, hydrogen fuel-cell ships, and digital energy-modelling tools for governments.
Iconic projects include diesel speed records, McLaren supercar engines, and Taxibot aircraft tugs, showcasing over a century of innovation.
Now publicly listed, it combines technical expertise with strategic consultancy to spearhead complex, sustainable projects across sectors.

Culture + Values

Since 1915

Years of innovation

The company has a long-standing tradition of leveraging science and technology to drive efficiency and sustainability.

Create together
Be innovative
Aim high
Be mindful
Motivated by our strong purpose: developing innovative, cross-sector, sustainable and trusted solutions
Close-knit, purpose-driven global community renowned for expertise, creativity, mindfulness and collective passion

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Carbon Emissions Target

Aim to achieve net zero carbon emissions from operations by the end of 2030.

46.2% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Reduce scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 46.2% by 2031 compared to 2020 levels.

90% Renewable Energy

Electricity Usage Goal

Pledged to source 90% of electricity from renewable sources by end-2026.

Carbon-Negative Plant

Innovation in Carbon Capture

Commissioning a carbon-negative demonstrator plant in 2023 to remove CO₂ and supply clean energy.

Reduce scope 3 GHG emissions by 27.5% by 2031 vs 2020.
Renewable electricity usage increased from 67% (FY 2017/18) to 74% (FY 2019/20).
Independent verification of FY 2019/20 GHG emissions (including scope 3 air travel) by Lloyd’s Register.
Net Zero strategy levers include renewable energy, property efficiency, digital-first travel policy, verified offsetting.
Monitor GHG emissions, energy, water use and waste across all sites; align with GRI, SASB and UN SDGs.
Partnered with Manufacture 2030 in 2022 to decarbonize supply-chain Scope 3 emissions via detailed GHG inventories and supplier engagement.
Acquired 93% of E3-Modelling SA (Jan 2023) to enhance environmental modelling capability in energy, environment and mobility sectors.

Inclusion & Diversity

Passionate about creating an environment where differences are valued and celebrated, and everyone feels they belong
Goal to be a diverse, equitable and inclusive employer, believing different perspectives fuel client‑focus, collaboration, change and mindfulness
No gender breakdown publicly available

Articles

About Ricardo

Careers at Ricardo

Sustainability at Ricardo