What are we looking for?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, and motivated individual to join our site in Yeovil as a Advanced Mechnical Design Engineer. The appointed individual will need to be able to support the development of concept designs including supporting analysis, with a keen awareness of manufacturing methodologies and a mind on cost. Additionally, the role will also require detail design work and processing of engineering changes. Working as part of the design team, the Design Engineer has the overall responsibility for the concept and detailed design of new products and assembly tooling, together with all drawings and associated project documentation. You will be working on complex aerospace engineering projects across a variety of remits including Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and Life Support Systems (LSS).

Key Responsibility

Change oriented and able to develop innovative solutions in a fluid team environment

Customer aware and a strong results focused work ethic

Desirable to have 2-5 years’ experience of CAD, ideally in the field of precision components. Recent graduates will be considered.

Basic understanding of configuration control

Basic knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Knowledge of six sigma and lean would be an advantage

Knowledge of machining and other manufacturing techniques advantageous

Ability to work in a flexible environment and stretch themselves beyond their comfort zone

Some understanding of generic engineering and/or Thermodynamic principles and the effect of material selection would be advantageous.

Experience/Education Required/Sought:

A mechanical engineer / designer in the use of both 2D and 3D CAD. The ideal candidate should be degree qualified though this is not essential and would not prevent success where candidates have the right skills, experience and motivation. Experience of small component design, design for manufacture principles and fine tolerance components is desirable.

Our offer

A culture that fosters inclusion, diversity, and innovation in an international work environment

Market specific training and ongoing personal development.

Experienced leaders to support your professional development

Equal opportunity statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Join us now and be part of a global team of thinkers, innovators, dreamers, and doers who make the things that make the future!

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