Mechanical Design Engineer - Space

ALTEN; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their innovative team in Portsmouth. In this role, you will contribute to the design of complex mechanical systems for aerospace applications, utilizing advanced tools like CATIA V5 and Windchill PLM. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, ensuring designs meet high-quality standards while collaborating with diverse teams. This role not only offers a competitive salary and benefits but also emphasizes career development and personal growth within a supportive environment. Join us to help shape the future of engineering!

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Regular gatherings and team building activities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical design.
• Must be eligible for BPSS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Produce and update 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Mechanical Design

CATIA V5

CATIA V6 (3DEXPERIENCE)

Windchill PLM

Aerospace Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

CATIA V6 (3DEXPERIENCE)

Windchill PLM

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

The Role

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in Portsmouth, working on-site with a leading aerospace customer. You will be involved in producing 3D models and 2D technical drawings, contributing to the design of complex mechanical systems used in aerospace and potentially space applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and update 3D models and 2D drawings
• Use CATIA V5, or CATIA V6 (3DEXPERIENCE) for mechanical design work
• Manage documentation and configurations within Windchill PLM
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including systems and manufacturing
• Ensure designs meet industry and internal quality standards

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field – mandatory
• Minimum 2 years of experience in mechanical design – mandatory
• Proficient in CATIA V5 or CATIA V6 (3DEXPERIENCE) – mandatory
• Experience with Windchill PLM – mandatory
• Background in Aerospace or Automotive engineering – mandatory
• Experience in the Space sector is a plus
• Must be eligible for BPSS clearance

Additional Information

Why join us?

We foster a community of talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritize your career development with personalized support plans tailored to your aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short, you get:

• A personalized career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on exciting engineering projects and technologies with Premium Customers
• A diverse range of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• A social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team building activities
• Flexible working arrangements (role dependent)