JobDescription:
Our client is a leading advancedengineering company pioneering lighter materials technology within theAerospace industry.
Due to increased demandthey are now looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team.
EssentialJob Functions / Responsibilities
§Design and engineer high-performance aerospace components and structuresfrom concept stage, through to detailed design for manufacture.
§Prepare, present and report technical work to peers and customers atdesign reviews.
§Creation of piece part drawings from 3D models to enable manufacture oftooling and components.
§Manage configuration of all designs (control of BOM).
§Collating data and producing reports as required.
§Ability to carry out technical analysis including thermal, stress (incl.non-linear) and buckling analysis using finite element codes and analyticaltechniques is strongly preferred.
§Develop the company’s design and stress analysis capability.
Qualifications
§BEng or MEng in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or similarlyrelated degree, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
§Applicants would be expected to be Chartered engineers or following apath leading to Chartered status.
Knowledgeand Experience
Essential
§5 year plus post graduate experience in either Aerospace, Automotive orsimilar environment.
§Experience in the use of hand-calculations to solve basic mechanicaldesign problems.
§Excellent understanding of mechanical and thermal properties of engineeringmaterials and their implementation, correct use of tolerances, Engineeringdrawing standards and manufacturing techniques.
§Flexible and innovative design thinking, able to be given technicalrequirements and to create robust design solutions using own initiative and theability to critique own ideas.
§High level of experience using CAD software packages for mechanicaldesign (preferably SolidWorks).
§Knowledge and experience of applying DfM and DfA principles, with a goodunderstanding of manufacturing technologies and processes such as CNC milling,turning, casting, sheet metal, moulding and rapid prototyping.
§Able to quickly understand new technical concepts is essential to thisrole.
Desirable
§Previous industry experience in the design and analysis of aerospacecomponents and structures.
§Experience in the use of commercial finite element codes.
§Project and contract management experience.
§Experience of working within an experimental design team or on experimentaldevelopment programmes.
§Previous experience in the design, development, testing and NDT ofcomposite materials.
§Familiarity with AS9100 or ECSS.
Skillsand attitude
§Show a high level of proactivity and problem solving both as anindividual & as part of a team.
§Self-starting and motivated.
§Excellent attention to detail.
§Strong organisational skills including effective prioritisation of tasksto meet project milestones.
§Excellent written skills including the ability to produce clear, timelyand accurate reports.
§Strong presentation skills including experience of presenting technicaldata.
§Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and with externalsuppliers and stakeholders.
§Strong IT skills including MS Office.
§Positive and flexible, results driven attitude.
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