Facilities Engineer - Trainee (H/F) - SAFRAN NACELLES LTD

AEROCONTACT; Burnley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Facilities Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting the Facilities team in managing site projects, optimizing space, and overseeing infrastructure installations. The ideal candidate will have a background in aerospace engineering and CAD proficiency, contributing to innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this forward-thinking company offers flexible working options and various benefits to enhance employee satisfaction. Join this exciting opportunity to grow your career in the aerospace sector!

Benefits

Long service awards

Relaxed dress code on Fridays

Flexible working support

Referral scheme

Hybrid working options

Electric car charging points

Participation in site events

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of building services and aerospace production processes.
• Time-served engineer with CAD proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support Facilities team in managing site footprint projects.
• Create detailed designs and layout drawings using CAD software.
• Coordinate with suppliers and ensure compliance with legislation.

Skills

CAD proficiency (CATIA 2D & 3D)

Mechanical Engineering

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

HNC Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

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Safran is an international high-tech group operating in aerospace (propulsion, equipment, interiors), space, and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, making air transport more environmentally friendly, comfortable, and accessible. With a presence on all continents, the Group employs 100,000 staff and had a revenue of €27.3 billion in 2024. Safran is ranked as the 2nd best aerospace and defense company in the 'World's Best Companies 2024' by TIME. Safran Nacelles designs, integrates, and supports aircraft nacelles, leading the market for large commercial, business, and regional aircraft. It offers technologically advanced nacelles that are integrated, aerodynamic, lightweight, and acoustically treated to reduce CO2 and noise emissions.

Mission description

About Safran Nacelles Ltd

Safran Nacelles is a global leader in aircraft engine nacelles, providing products and services for all aircraft types, including regional, business, short, medium, and long-range commercial aircraft. Our expertise covers nacelle design, manufacturing, integration, maintenance, and services. We were voted the 28th best worldwide employer in 2022 by Forbes. Our Burnley site employs nearly 700 people, making it one of the largest private sector employers in the area. Our culture is built on four core principles: promoting diversity and inclusion, developing skills and opportunities, creating a trustworthy workplace, and fostering collaboration and support.

Why not visit our website for more information on careers at Safran: Safran Careers

Role overview

The Trainee Facilities Engineer will support the Facilities team in managing site footprint projects, including detailed surveys of aerospace assembly and process equipment. The role involves developing new layout configurations in collaboration with manufacturing engineering and tooling teams to optimize space, manage procurement, installation, and commissioning of infrastructure, and oversee the project handover. This position is suitable for an engineer with aerospace industry experience aiming to advance into facilities or project management.

Key duties & responsibilities

• Analyze industrial needs, conduct feasibility studies, and develop initial proposals
• Create detailed 3D and 2D designs and layout drawings using CATIA and AutoCAD
• Design building services such as lighting, compressed air, electrical infrastructure, and vacuum systems
• Coordinate with surveyors and ensure compliance with legislation
• Collaborate with suppliers for technical and commercial solutions
• Work with stakeholders including manufacturing engineers, tooling, and HSE
• Plan strategic facility layouts to meet future requirements
• Prepare facility specifications for RFQ tenders and buy-off
• Record critical geometry before fixture moves
• Plan and supervise lifting and movement of fixtures safely
• Manage contractors to meet Safran and SHE standards, including UK CDM legislation
• Produce technical data for training and asset handover
• Support training and fault diagnosis post-commissioning
• Coordinate during installation and commissioning with suppliers

Benefits

• Long service awards with monetary and additional leave benefits
• Relaxed dress code on Fridays
• Flexible working support
• Referral scheme with a potential £1,000 reward
• Hybrid working options
• Electric car charging points on site
• Participation in site events and team-building activities

Candidate requirements

Knowledge: Working knowledge of building services and aerospace production processes.

Skills & qualities: Time-served engineer, preferably aerospace, CAD proficiency (CATIA 2D & 3D), qualified to HNC Mechanical Engineering, experienced in MS Office, good interpersonal and analytical skills.

Next steps

Please apply by uploading your CV. If your experience matches our needs, a recruitment team member will contact you.

Diversity & Inclusion

We value diversity and aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We support various initiatives and staff networks to promote this goal.