GSE Design Engineer - Focal Point

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of Engineering Support Services is looking for a GSE Design Engineer - Focal Point in Newport, Wales. In this role, you will develop mechanical designs and manage projects related to ground support equipment for aircraft. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess experience in CAD design, with an emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Experience in Aeronautical Engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO tolerance and CE standards.

Responsibilities

• Design ground support equipment using CAD software (CATIA).
• Manage in-country activities including proposals and budgets.
• Validate designs and resolve technical issues based on tests.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

CAD Design

VBA

CATIA

C#

Additive Manufacturing

Electrical Design

Hydraulic Design

Pneumatic Design

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

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GSE Design Engineer - Focal Point, Newport, Wales

Client:

[Client information not provided]

Location:

Newport, Wales, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Sonovision UK is a leading provider of Engineering Support Services to clients. Our experts help our clients in the Energy, Aerospace, Military, and Commercial Sectors achieve time-to-market objectives and cost goals. Our goal is to deliver world-class Technical Publications, Graphic Design, E-Learning, and Immersive Design to our clients, helping them achieve their impossible.

The role:

The GSE Design Engineer - Focal Point is responsible for developing mechanical designs in response to group demands and customer requirements. The design activity is primarily done using CATIA, but other tools may also be used. The GSE design engineer/local focal point must:

Technical Design and Engineering

• Design ground support equipment such as tooling, jigs, test stands, lifting devices, and handling equipment for aircraft systems
• Use CAD software (CATIA) to create detailed 2D and 3D designs of parts, large assemblies, and concept designs based on technical specifications or available information
• Reverse engineer existing products and/or drawings

Requirements and Standards

• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory guidelines
• Interpret and incorporate customer requirements, regulations, and industry standards into designs

Project Management

• Manage in-country activities, including proposals, schedules, and budgets
• Collaborate with cross-functional and transnational teams
• Create and maintain project documentation, including design reviews, risk assessments, and bills of materials (BOM)
• Identify and track key characteristics and critical items of a design

Testing and Validation

• Validate detailed design drawings respecting international and customer-specific standards and specifications
• Lead prototype fabrication, testing, and validation of equipment
• Resolve technical issues and implement design modifications based on test outcomes or field feedback

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for existing GSE
• Research and integrate new technologies to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety

Communication and Support

• Support Project Managers with quotations
• Serve as the point of contact for technical queries related to design topics
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams in operational challenges
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and customers to clarify design requirements and ensure deliverables

Qualifications:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a related field
• Experience in Aeronautical Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of VBA, CATIA, and C# programming languages or similar
• Knowledge of CAD design for additive manufacturing
• Understanding of ISO tolerance system, CE standards, and safety factors
• Knowledge of Electrical design (schematic and PCB), hydraulic and pneumatic design, and ATEX is advantageous

Additional notes:

This vacancy is only available to those who have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship and have lived in the UK for the last 5+ years continuously. All employees are required to undergo pre-employment screening and must satisfy UK Security Vetting criteria at SC Level.