Mechanical Design Engineer

Evolito Ltd; Cherwell District; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolito Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and implementation of its electric motor range on key customer projects. You will create 3D CAD models and detailed drawings, drive manufacturability, and work with CAE to optimise designs for stress and thermals.

You will interact with suppliers and customers to resolve issues and advance innovative propulsion solutions. The role requires a degree in mechanical engineering, strong CAD/FEA skills, and experience with PDM and

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with design/development experience.
• Proficient CAD with BS8888 tolerances and GD&T.
• Experience with FEA, PDM, and design for manufacturability.

Responsibilities

• Detailed design of 3D CAD models and drawings with tolerances and standards.
• Provide input to ensure functionality and manufacturability.
• Analyse and optimise designs for stress, thermal, and fluid performance with CAE/FEA tools.
• Work with Systems Team to generate powertrain configurations for various aircraft.
• Support development of manufacturing processes and new materials.
• Liaise with suppliers and customers to resolve design issues and compromises.

Skills

CAD design

FEA analysis

Problem solving

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Creative thinking

Driving licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD software

PDM

FMEAs

CAEs tools

BS8888 standards

Job description

Evolito’s mission is to accelerate the adoption of electric propulsion in aerospace applications in support of a net-zero world. We will help to revolutionise personal mobility and transform our towns and cities with clean, noise-free air transportation.

Evolito develops and manufactures class-leading, lightweight, high-power, and high-torque-density electric propulsion systems for a range of aerospace markets, including EVTOL, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and General Aviation.

As well as ultra-high performance, low-weight electric motors and controllers, Evolito specialises in high integrity, bespoke battery systems for the aerospace and defence markets. The team is scaling rapidly and has ambitious growth plans over the next twelve to eighteen months.

As part of our current high-growth phase, we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to be responsible for leading the design and implementation of Evolito’s electric motor range on key customer projects.

Key responsibilities

• Detailed design of 3D CAD models and drawings using best practice geometric tolerances, key characteristics and drawing standards
• Providing detailed input to the team to ensure the overall design meets requirements for functionality and manufacture
• Working with the CAE team to analyse and optimise designs for stress, thermals, fluid flows etc.
• Working with the Systems Team to generate powertrain configurations within a wide variety of aircraft
• Supporting the development of manufacturing processes and novel designs for new technology applications and materials
• Supporting DFMEAs and complete actions required to mitigate risks
• Liaising with key suppliers and customers on design and development issues, resolving to the optimal solution and understanding the compromises.

Skills and experience required

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering with previous, proven experience in a design and development environment
• Experienced user of CAD software packages with the ability to create design concepts and fully dimensioned drawings working to BS8888 with best practice geometric tolerances and key characteristics
• The ability to undertake and interpret mechanical FEA studies and propose solutions/improvements to design issues
• Experience with drawing control systems such as PDM
• A strong mechanical or electrical engineering background, but more importantly, be able to apply knowledge to real-world situations
• Creative problem solver, with an analytical approach to implementation
• Familiar with FMEAs and robust engineering practices
• Good understanding of materials and associated mechanical properties and processing
• Confident with customers and suppliers, able to detail requirements and understand issues
• A flexible approach to work with the desire to thrive in a dynamic, fast-moving environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• UK driving licence and be available to support visits to customer sites.