Principal Mechanical Engineer - EV / Automotive - Norfolk - £Competitive

Job description

Principal Mechanical Engineer - EV / Automotive - Norfolk - £Competitive

Role: Principal Mechanical Engineer

Location: Norfolk

Working Arrangement: On Site

Salary: £Competitive

Overview

We are working with a highly innovative engineering business operating within the electric powertrain and energy sector. The company specialises in the design and development of advanced electric machine technology and is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to play a key role in delivering robust, high-performance motor designs.

This is a specialist, senior-level position, focused on the mechanical and thermal design of electric machines, covering the full development lifecycle from concept through to validation and production readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and integration of electric machines
• Design and develop:
• Rotor systems (magnet selection, placement, retention methods)
• Structural integrity at high speed (fatigue, burst strength, containment)
• Shafts, bearings, and housings
• Define and implement air-cooled thermal management strategies
• Own integration of key motor components:
• Permanent magnets
• Stator windings and mechanical integration
• Electrical insulation systems
• Flux return paths and associated components
• Work closely with electromagnetic and controls teams to ensure performance targets are met
• Conduct and guide engineering analysis:
• Mechanical stress and deformation
• Rotor dynamics, vibration, and balance
• Thermal behaviour and heat flow
• Tolerance stack-up and manufacturability
• Lead FMEA, failure analysis, and risk mitigation activities
• Define and execute test and validation plans, including:
• Performance and efficiency testing
• Thermal and durability testing
• High-speed and environmental testing
• Analyse test data and drive design improvements and corrective actions
• Ensure designs are manufacturable, scalable, and cost-effective
• Support internal and external stakeholders with technical input and decision-making
• Mentor and support junior engineers where required

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Delivery of motor designs meeting performance, durability, and cost targets
• Ownership of mechanical and thermal integrity across operating conditions
• Execution of structured validation and verification processes
• Successful transition of designs from development into production
• Ongoing improvement through analysis, testing, and feedback loops

Experience Required

• Proven experience in electric machine design (mechanical focus)
• Strong expertise in:
• Rotor systems and high-speed operation
• Stator construction and integration
• Thermal management (air-cooled systems preferred)
• Experience with motor build, testing, and validation
• Experience leading or contributing to FMEA and failure analysis
• Experience working within multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent professional accreditation

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of electric motor construction and real-world performance
• Knowledge of materials including electrical steel, magnets, and conductors
• Experience with mechanical and thermal analysis tools
• Ability to balance performance, durability, manufacturability, and cost
• Structured, data-driven approach to engineering decision-making
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Additional Information

• Full-time, on-site role based in Norfolk
• Standard working hours with flexibility based on project requirements
• Occasional travel may be required

Summary

This is a highly specialised engineering role suited to someone with deep expertise in electric machine design, looking to work on advanced technology within a technically driven and growing organisation.

If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email george.taylor@everec.co.uk

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Norfolk

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

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