Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Development in Wales

At Safran Seats, we are unique within aerospace, as we interface with both the world's biggest airlines and airframers alike, with the largest seats portfolio of all seats suppliers. One day you could be liaising with one of the world's largest airframers, and the next, some of the biggest airline brands around the world!

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

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. 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. 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. 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. Coach, mentor and develop less experienced design engineers (apprentices, graduates etc.). To work towards achieving design signatory status.

Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications

• 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.
• Highly Proficient with experience in CATIA V5 (or other 3D CAD packages) and Product Life Management (PLM) Systems.
• Ability to plan and schedule design activities across multiple design modules.
• 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.
• A working knowledge of these main methods of manufacture: sheet metal fabrication, plastics vacuum forming, CNC machining.
• Ability to read mechanical design drawings and specifications.
• Experience using project management tools.

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. 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.