Powertrain Concept Technical Lead
At a glance
Senior Engineering Leadership role at Rimac Automobili. Kerestinec · from €55,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Turn powertrain requirements into an early concept and preliminary CAD definition of the complete system
- Bring stakeholders together to set requirements, making sure relevant perspectives inform the decisions
- Work with domain experts to resolve complex powertrain design challenges
- Create component and system geometry for dyno testing and vehicle installation
- Release a robust concept that has been validated virtually for future powertrain products
What you bring
- At least ten years designing powertrain concepts
- Deep understanding of powertrain architecture and integration, including effects on the vehicle
- Experience working across functions to develop robust solutions
- Strong CAD skills, with 3DX preferred
Who this fits
This senior technical lead role suits someone who can guide early powertrain concepts across R&D while working with system experts, vehicle concept and virtual validation teams. The position is based in Kerestinec, Croatia, with flexible hours and up to twelve remote-work days per month. Prior work in high-performance automotive or top-level motorsport is a plus.
From the employer
Bugatti Rimac, part of the Rimac Group, brings together two forces that have redefined the automotive world. By combining Rimac’s cutting-edge electric performance and innovation with Bugatti’s 110+ year legacy of crafting iconic hypercars, we are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in automotive engineering.
Our team is at the core of this, we work with passion, aim for excellence, and take ownership of what we do. We grow together, pioneer solutions, and deliver vehicles that set new standards.
Get in the driver's seat
As a Powertrain Concept Technical Lead you will be responsible for the early stage concept definition of our future powertrain projects.
Working across R&D and reporting to the Head of Powertrain and Emissions, you will progress from a set of requirements to a preliminary CAD definition of the full powertrain, collaborating with System Experts, Vehicle Concept and Virtual Validation teams ensuring fitness for purpose.
You will love this role if you want to have the chance to define the future powertrains of the world’s top hypercar company.
Where you’ll make an impact
- Guaranteeing that Bugatti-Rimac has the most fascinating and high performance powertrains in the industry
- Bringing together stakeholders from across the business to ensure all appropriate voices are heard when setting requirements
- Working with domain experts to find the best solutions to complex problems
- Generating detailed component and system geometry for dyno and vehicle installation
- Releasing of a robust, virtually validated concept for future powertrain products to the business
What are your core components
- Deep knowledge of powertrains, particularly architecture and integration considerations
- At least 10 years of experience in powertrain concept designAwareness of vehicle impact of powertrain concept considerations
- Experience in collaborating cross functionally to define robust solutions
- Expert CAD user, ideally 3DX
- Open minded and tenacious personality – always looking for a better way and committing to delivering it
- Prior experience in high performance automotive or top level motorsport would be beneficial
Fuel Package
- Private healthcare and mental wellbeing support
- Flexible working hours and up to 12 days of remote work per month
- Transportation allowance and subsidized meals
- Company performance based bonus and holidays bonus
- Minimum 25 days of holidays from day one
- Internal education programs and opportunities to grow
- A supportive, collaborative, and high-performing environment where people succeed together
- Team events, company gatherings, and on-site perks (coffee, fruit, relaxation zones)
- Family support (kindergarten subsidies, children’s events and gifts)
- Dog-friendly office and partner discounts
Salary range starting at €55,000 gross per year. Your final compensation will be shaped by your experience, expertise and how your profile matches the scope of the role.
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