At a Glance
- Tasks: Design innovative structural systems for test rigs and collaborate with engineers across disciplines.
- Company: Join a leading aerospace company known for its cutting-edge technology and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with potential for future assignments in hydrogen systems.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in aerospace design while working on exciting projects.
- Qualifications: 6+ years of CATIA V5 experience and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
The Mechanical Designer is responsible for designing structural and integrated systems solutions for test rigs. The designer shall interpret test requirements into design solutions. Work with control, gauging, electrical and fluid mechanical engineers to understand and implement solutions in the 3D model. Present concept preliminary and final design solutions in design reviews. Work with the client to ensure validation of requirements. Work with suppliers to ensure parts designed are manufactured correctly. Work with commissioning teams to ensure parts received are properly fitted.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provision of key design support to the allocated project, providing engineering expertise, creation/modification of CATIA models and drawings as required, in line with Airbus Fuel and Landing Gear Test Facility Design Process.
- Provide guidance, constructive feedback and checking support to Design team as requested.
- Work to required quality and technical standards within reasonable pre-determined timescales.
- Report to Team Lead and Project Manager any out-of-scope work that is required within the design project and record/log this as directed.
- Record/log any unexpected software or hardware deficiencies that affect correct performance of the design tasks.
- Customer liaison on a technical basis for current projects when directed by Team Lead.
Essential Skills:
- CATIA V5 advanced design capability and problem-solving skills with minimal supervision in a varied design environment for a minimum of 6 years.
- Good engineering design experience across aircraft design disciplines such as structures design, systems integration, electrical systems and fluid mechanical systems. Previous experience of Airbus aircraft systems highly desirable.
Skills:
- Understanding of aircraft fuel systems and components.
- Understanding of fluid mechanical systems and interpretation of schematics.
- Understanding of electric systems schematics.
- Experience of mechanical design in a test environment, especially test rig design.
Advantageous Skills:
- Any experience of hydrogen storage, especially cryogenic systems and control, venting and gauging. While not directly required for this role, may be very useful for future assignments.
Mechanical Design Engineer in Bristol employer: KDC Group Services
As a leading employer in the aerospace sector, we offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment where Systems Engineers can thrive. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and hands-on experience with cutting-edge refuelling technologies. Located at the forefront of aerospace innovation, we provide a unique chance to contribute to significant projects while enjoying a supportive culture that values teamwork and technical excellence.
