Contract Mechanical Design Engineers - Outside IR35 - Hybrid

Lynx Recruitment Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider seeks experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to join their team in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on aircraft modifications across various types, utilizing CAD technology and collaborating with production teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical skills and an engineering background in aviation designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Background in aircraft design including modifications and repairs.
• Experience in technical surveys and 3D scanning on aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Creating design schemes and proposals meeting customer and regulatory requirements.
• Preparing CAD models and drawings using 3D CAD software.
• Producing detailed mechanical designs including specifications.

Skills

Proficiency in 3D CAD software

Technical drawing skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Engineering apprenticeship background

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

3D CAD software

Job description

Hours: 40 per week

Role Overview

Leading aviation services provider is seeking experienced Mechanical Design Engineers to join their design team. The roles involve working on aircraft modifications and repairs across various aircraft types including commercial, private, and military aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating design schemes and proposals meeting customer and regulatory requirements
• Preparing CAD models and drawings using 3D CAD software
• Producing detailed mechanical designs including specifications for:
• Fabrication and manufacturing processes
• Materials selection
• Surface treatments
• Fasteners and hardware
• Liaising with production and installation teams
• Conducting technical surveys and 3D scanning on aircraft
• Representing the organization to customers and authorities
• Background in one or more: sheet metal structures, machined components, mechanism design, cabin interiors/monuments, avionics installations
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software
• Strong technical drawing skills (BS )
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects
• Experience in conducting technical surveys on aircraft
• Engineering degree or equivalent
• Engineering apprenticeship background
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor (other 3D packages considered)

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established aviation services provider with operations across the UK and internationally. They hold multiple regulatory approvals including CAA Part 21J Design Organisation Approval and Military Aviation Authority DAOS.

To Apply

Please submit your CV highlighting relevant aviation/aerospace design experience and Part 21J work.