Performance Engineer

Job description

PE Global is recruiting a performance engineer for our multinational industrial manufacturing client based in Stafford. The role is an initial 12-month contract and is hybrid. The rate range for this role is £32.45 - £43.60 p/h.

Responsibilities of the role:

• Diesel Engine Performance and Emissions calibration
• Mechanical verification and validation of engine components and systems
• Defining and managing component validation plans
• Coordination of day-to-day engineering activity and management of test and analysis activity
• Failure analysis and defect resolution using industry-standard methods
• Technical reporting
• Conducting all work to operating procedures and local work methods in order to meet compliance with quality standards.
• Support to the design function is required through FMEA attendance.
• The role will require collaboration with all platform teams based at the Stafford facility.
• Working closely with global facilities.
• Occasional overseas travel may be necessary as required by business needs.

Requirements:

• Engineering Degree or other equivalent qualification/experience
• Experienced in engine Performance and Emissions calibration, data analysis and reporting
• Knowledge of emissions measurement techniques, worldwide emission regulations and emissions measurement hardware.
• Knowledge of control system development, fuel system optimisation and turbocharger matching.
• PC literacy, excellent use of all MS Office components
• High standard of written technical reporting
• Knowledge of industrial diesel engine systems such as cooling, lubrication, air systems, etc.

Please note we cannot accept any clients that require sponsorship. Potential candidates require a valid visa to live and work within the UK for at least the next 12 months.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Stafford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English