Lead Mechanical Engineer

Job Description Summary

The successful candidate will work within the GE Aerospace Wales Engineering team in a Support Engineer capacity. The role is office based but requires a large percentage of time to be spent on the shop floor working with maintenance technicians. The scope of activities ranges broadly from providing day-to-day technical support to maintenance technicians to working long‑term Engineering projects as either part of a team or in an individual capacity. The role will provide exposure to hardware from GE90 and CFM56 product lines. The candidate will need to effectively work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver results. This position will require a high level of cross‑functional team working with departments outside of Engineering such as operations, planning, quality, sourcing and EH&S.

Position will be required to cover shift working including days, afternoons and 1 in 3 weekends.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day technical support to shop floor maintenance technicians
• Compilation of technical documentation to support Engine and component maintenance
• Compilation of local policies to meet regulatory requirements and standard operating procedures within the Engineering team.
• Vetting of Engine manuals and other OEM and customer published data
• Engaging in Engineering project work to reduce maintenance costs and improve engine / component TAT using lean principles.
• Implement digitisation of engineering processes.

Required Qualifications

• MEng, BEng, MSc or BSc in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience in an appropriate engineering role; internship / trainee time is applicable.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to compile concise and accurate engineering documentation.
• Ability to effectively interpret OEM technical publications such as engine manuals and Service Bulletins.
• Ability to work effectively within a cross‑functional team environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and co‑ordinate several projects / tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to influence others.

Flexible Working

GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work‑life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.

• As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
• Non‑contributory Pension
• Performance related bonus
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days + public holidays, with flexible option to buy or sell

Equal Opportunities

GE Aerospace Wales is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace Wales is a Disability Confident Committed employer, and welcomes applications from disabled candidates. We are dedicated to ensuring our recruitment processes are accessible to all. Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment processes or would like to ask us a question please contact HR.Wales@geaerospace.com

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and / or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance : BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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Additional Information

Compensation Grade

LPB2

Relocation Assistance Provided : No