Mechanical Design Engineer

591275
  • Negotiable
  • Marlow, England
  • Contract

Key Responsibilities:

* Produce detailed designs using 3D CAD and use FEA and CFD tools to simulate mechanical behaviour

* Preparation of technical estimates for non-recurring costs and manpower requirements

* Technical management of external suppliers and outsource providers, including technical governance.

* Liaison with customers, internal and external

* Preparation and presentation of technical design reviews.

* Undertake tolerance analysis of designs including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance

* Act as Project Engineer on projects and bids when required

* Coaching and mentoring of other Mechanical Engineers within the business

* Generate and amend drawings and documentation to appropriate standards including BS8888

* Produce documentation to support development of aerospace products

* Continuous improvement of processes and tools including support to corporate change initiatives

Outline of Competencies:

· Ability to author review and approve engineering drawings, key understanding of BS 8888 and ISO standards

· Ability to effectively communicate with peers and stakeholder, in verbal and written format (i.e. via technical reports and presentations)

· Working knowledge of key aerospace standards

· Engineering background in the aerospace or defence industry

· Ability to lead project teams where necessary, delivering to budget and schedule

· Ability to work independently without need for close supervision.

· Ability to use simulation analysis tools (FEA/CFD) to influence designs and understand behaviour of components

· Ability to analyse process or tools to propose improvements where applicable

Harry Mulcahy Head of Sales - Defence contract

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