Mechanical Engineer - Product Design in London

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace, space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated 31.3 billion in revenue in 2025.

As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion.

Position description

• To strengthen the Through Life Support (TLS) team by adding a Senior Level Mechanical Engineer focused on enhancing the team's efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide both tactical and strategic support as needed, ensuring the continued success of project deliverables and contributing to the long-term success of the business.
• Engineering Leadership: Represent Engineering at Level 1 / 2 Quick Response Quality Clinic (QRQC) meetings, ensuring technical leadership and decision-making during critical discussions.
• Collaboration and Solution Delivery: Work closely with the OE and MRO teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and documentation, ensuring seamless collaboration across the business.
• Production Support: Support production teams in meeting build schedules by addressing engineering issues promptly and effectively, collaborating with suppliers, assembly, and test teams, and maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Engineering Investigations: Lead the delivery, support, and approval of clear and concise engineering investigations, providing thorough analysis and effective resolutions to complex challenges.
• Problem Solving and Resilience: Demonstrate persistence and technical expertise in addressing and resolving challenging engineering problems, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Design and Validation: Interpret customer and internal technical requirements to design robust mechanical solutions. Apply a combination of design calculations, analysis, and validation tools to verify and refine designs.
• Manufacturing Optimization: Ensure product designs are optimized for manufacture, assembly, and cost efficiency, using Microsoft Office and CAE tools as necessary for verification.
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Lead and deliver detailed, thorough Root Cause Analysis studies, identifying key issues and driving corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement: Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the team, enhancing both technical and behavioural skills across all team members.
• Documentation and Approvals: Author, review, and approve engineering documentation across the engineering and through-life support stages, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Performance and Budget Management: Adhere to and support the delivery of monthly Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and engineering budget targets, both short- and long-term.

Candidate skills & requirements

• Educational Background: A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related design discipline, or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
• Industry Experience: Proven experience in designing complex electromechanical products within highly regulated sectors such as aerospace.
• Problem Solving: Ability to analyse and resolve complex engineering problems by developing innovative and practical solutions.
• Performance Management: Experience in defining and tracking performance metrics to assess design quality and project delivery.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and concise information to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership and Collaboration: Experience in leading and mentoring design teams, overseeing technical solutions, and collaborating with experts.
• Design Expertise: In-depth knowledge of Mechanical Engineering design principles and practices.
• Organisational Skills: Strong organizational abilities, with a focus on managing both individual and team tasks.
• Self-Management: Proactive and results-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Material and Production Knowledge: Solid understanding of engineering materials, production methods, and their application within the design process.
• Aerospace Design Process: Knowledge of the aerospace design and development lifecycle.
• Software Proficiency: Competency in using CAD systems, PLM tools, Microsoft Office, and the ability to interpret and evaluate technical analysis documentation.
• Analytical Skills: Proficiency in performing and reviewing hand calculations.

Position location

Job location: Europe, UK, England, London

City: Pitstone