Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Summary
To manage design engineer(s) on a number of modules that will provide design solutions from initial concept through to product manufacture.

Scope of Responsibilities
The scope of responsibilities could cover the entire project or a module of the project, and the team size varies accordingly. Also responsible for the checking of all applicable mechanical design work to meet company, airframer, regulatory and customer requirements

Key Responsibilities and Duties
To aid in the development of new product designs and their structure in the PLM system
To manage the product maturity and development in the PLM system
To lead the design effort for packages of work or modules and to develop and manage the tasks and deliverables of a team of design engineers
To maintain the engineering quality and integrity of the work produced within their module(s), work package(s) or project
To design check the modules (2D, 3D, EBoMs) against internal standards and be responsible for the technical accuracy of designs prior to processing for release
Responsible for the design and detail modelling of a variety of suite components in order to meet the customer, regulatory and OEM requirements
To monitor, manage and meet the cost and weight targets
Expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers as well as to manage data transfer as required for product development or other needs
Organise and participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process. Ensure that all necessary follow up actions are taken.
To ensure the selection and application of materials and processes are appropriate to each design element and are in line with standards, materials and processes guides
Ensure the successful integration of each of their module(s) within the product as a whole
Manage design changes as required to support manufacturing/production, customers, quality, and certification
Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines and lessons learnt as laid out in the Design Engineering Hub & business management systems
Generate and/or revise specifications as required
Coach, mentor and develop less experienced design engineers (apprentices, graduates etc.)
To work towards achieving design signatory status
Responsible for the management and control of daily attendance, holidays for your team including absence management
Assisting in recruitment of team members as and when required

Job Requirements

Qualified to a minimum of degree in a Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural Engineering field. Alternatively a HNC/HND or an equivalent qualification in Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural Engineering apprenticeship, with extensive experience in mechanical systems design, developing concept and detailing engineering solutions
Essential
Highly Proficient with experience in CATIA V5 (or other 3D CAD packages) and Product Life Management (PLM) Systems
Essential
Ability to plan and schedule design activities across multiple design modules
Essential
The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
Essential
A working knowledge of these main methods of manufacture sheet metal fabrication, plastics vacuum forming, CNC machining
Essential
Ability to read mechanical design drawings and specifications
Essential
Experience using project management tools
Desirable
Proven experience supervising a team Mechanical Design engineers
Desirable
Experienced in working with Boeing and Airbus specifications for interiors design or other equivalent OEM specifications
Desirable
Experience in new model introduction
Desirable
Design signatory/approver
Desirable

Competencies, Behaviours and Skills
Item
Essential or Desirable
Strong problem solving ability to support on complex programmes
Essential
Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated programme team on a daily basis. Able to clearly define expectations and gain understanding
Essential
Ability to advice and influence across functions.
Desirable

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

What We\’ll Offer
• As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you\’ll receive:
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
• Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme
• Annual share save schemes.
• Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools
• Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine\’s \”World\’s best companies 2024\” ranking.

Safran Seats is one of the world\’s leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world.

Locate your future workplace

Llantarnam Industrial Park NP44 3HQ

Cwmbran

Wales United Kingdom