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Mechanical Design Engineer, Catia V5,

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Mechanical Design Engineer

Job description

Summary

To produce design schemes and detail drawings that meet company, regulatory and customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and detail modeling of a variety of suite components in order to meet programme requirements.
• Produce designs to meet specified cost/weight targets.
• Design Engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers.
• Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process.
• The selection and application of materials and processes appropriate to each design element.
• Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole.
• Check engineering packages.
• Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, DFMEA).
• Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines.
• From time to time, Design Engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum HNC in a Mechanical Engineering related field.
• Proven track record in Mechanical Design Engineering within a regulated environment such as Aerospace or Automotive. Previous experience of the aircraft interiors and/or seating with be a distinct advantage.
• Solid 3D CAD skills using CATIA V5 is essential.
• Competent user of MS Office packages.
• Understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as:
  • Machining
  • Casting,
  • Vacuum forming
  • Injection moulding
  • Composite materials
  • Trim and finish
  • An understanding of the selection of appropriate hardware (fasteners etc)
  • Protective treatments
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with little supervision.
• Solid planning and organisation skills.
• Ability to deliver to demanding deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish good working relationships within and across departments
• Effective team player.