Principle Engineer

From the high precision gears manufactured in the early 1960s through to the specialist actuators that are made today, design and engineering innovation have sat at the very core of everything my client does. My client's impressive pedigree in the Aerospace Defence and Oil and Gas industries is built around the pioneering approach they have always applied to meeting the toughest challenges.

Overall Purpose: To manage technical and strategic development projects within the Engineering group under the direction of the Engineering Manager.

Principle Accountabilities:

• Responsible for managing internal technical projects associated with the strategic development of products within the Engineering group, as directed by the Engineering Manager.
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partner organisations in the delivery of internal projects, planning and meetings, and preparing reports and recommendations based on discussions held.
• Responsible for providing strategic technical direction and for driving the development of internal technical expertise to support product and R&D plans.
• Responsible to the Engineering Manager for the status of all assigned technical projects – to include schedule, quality, deliverables and external spend.
• To support the development of proposals, as appropriate.
• To support customer and supplier discussions and review meetings, as appropriate.
• To coordinate team members assigned on specific programmes.
• To include participation in certification and qualification test activities, liaising with others as required.
• To prepare, review and approve design, qualification and certification documents, including approval and submission of certification applications to the Airworthiness Authorities as appropriate and required.
• To approve drawings, and drawing modifications on appropriate programmes, using the CAD and data management systems.
• To assist in the development and implementation of tools and processes across Engineering and other departments, as appropriate.
• To assist in identifying methods for continuous improvement.
• To participate in design reviews and other related technical meetings, as requested.
• Responsible for ensuring that the working environment is safe for the activities to be carried out, and for ensuring that employees are working in a safe manner.
• Responsible for ensuring that all Company Health and Safety policies are being correctly observed.
• To ensure all Company rules and regulations are met and to initiate appropriate corrective action and/or the Company disciplinary procedures when required.
• In addition to the above, there may be a requirement to perform other duties as reasonably requested by Management.

Qualifications:

• BSc / BEng Mechanical Design Engineering (or equivalent) - Desirable
• MSc Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) - Desirable

Experience/Skills:

• Essential:
• Use of 3D CAD systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics (mechanical/electrical).
• Solid understanding of engineering principles including materials, mechanisms, mechanical/electrical systems, and reliability engineering.
• Extensive experience of designing electromechanical mechanisms/machines and/or Actuators.
• Extensive experience in drawing standards to BS888 and geometric tolerance.
• Excellent understanding of bearing, lubricant and tight tolerance.
• PC literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Desirable:
• Expert knowledge of PTC Creo.
• Solid understanding of gears and actuation design.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes relevant to aerospace products.
• Experience of design, testing, qualifying, and certifying aerospace products.
• Experience on aircraft or defence products in a multi-disciplinary context.
• Knowledge of DO-160 and other standards relevant to the development of aerospace critical components.

Personal Skills:

• Team Player.
• Strong Work ‘Can-do Ethic’.
• Exceptional at building relationships.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Exceptional Planning and Organisation skills.
• High awareness of Productivity and Quality.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Flexibility.
• Takes Responsibility for actions.
• Learn, Apply and Improve.

Company Benefits:

• Health Care Cash Plan*
• Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance Programme*
• Enhanced holiday (24 days in addition to UK Bank and public holidays).
• Life Assurance.
• Company Sick Pay Scheme*
• Free car parking.
• Early finish on Fridays (1.00pm).

(*Available after 1 year of service)

Location: Egham

Salary: Up to £55k

If you are interested in this role please reply with an up to date CV.