Mechanical Design Engineer

Progressive

Greater London

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Progressive seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer in the aviation engineering sector to design aero engine testing facilities, including hush houses, test cells and acoustic chambers. You will develop conceptual schemes and working designs, ensuring compliance with BS 8888/ISO 9001 and managing drawings and BOMs.

This onsite role requires lifecycle design expertise, shop drawings, installation instructions, and occasional site travel; CAD proficiency (Inventor) is essential, with SolidWorks

Qualifications

Proficient in design and drafting for aero engine test facilities and related mechanical systems.
Experience with 3D CAD (Inventor preferred) and 2D CAD drafting.
Knowledge of GD&T, BS 8888 and ISO 9001 QA controls.
Familiarity with installation drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing support.
Experience in lifecycle design from planning to commissioning.

Responsibilities

Generate detailed 2D and 3D assemblies and BOMs for engine test facilities.
Oversee the design lifecycle from planning to installation and commissioning.
Produce shop drawings and installation instructions; manage drawing libraries.
Source cost-effective components; inspect items for compliance.
Support proposals with renderings and contribute to O&M manuals.
Assist in technical specifications and scopes of work; CAD management.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Mechanical Engineering

Design Engineering

3D CAD

2D CAD

GD&T

BS 8888

Engineering Drawings

Product Design

DFM

BOM

Technical Specifications

CAD Management

ISO 9001

Quality Assurance

Aero Engine Test Facilities

Test Cells

Engine Testing

Hush Houses

Acoustic Chambers

Structural Design

Mechanical Systems Design

Fuel Systems

Compressed Air Systems

Water Cooling Systems

Hydraulic Systems

CE Conformity

ATEX

Installation Drawings

Assembly Drawings

Manufacturing Support

Site Installation

Commissioning

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Autodesk Product Design & Manufacturing Collection

Job description

A contract opportunity is available for a Mechanical Design Engineer within the aviation engineering sector, focusing on the design and development of aero engine testing facilities. The role involves providing conceptual schemes and working designs for installed and uninstalled engine testing facilities, including aircraft hush houses, test cells, and acoustic chambers. Designs must comply with company, industry, and national standards using computer-aided design tools.

Responsibilities include generating detailed 2D and 3D assemblies, bills of materials, and managing drawing libraries. The engineer will oversee the entire lifecycle of the design process, from planning and testing to implementation, and produce shop drawings, installation and assembly instructions, and diagrams. Additional duties involve sourcing cost-effective components and materials, inspecting manufactured items for compliance, and contributing to technical specifications and scopes of work. The role also supports proposals and sales departments with renderings and assists in developing operations and maintenance manuals. Candidates should be highly proficient in Autodesk Inventor and the Autodesk Product Design and Manufacturing suite, with experience in Solidworks considered beneficial. A sound knowledge of GD&T and producing drawings to BS 8888 is required, along with familiarity with ISO9001:2015 QA controls.

Experience in structural design, mechanical systems (fuel, compressed air, water cooling, hydraulics), and relevant standards (such as CE Conformity and ATEX directive) is essential. Strong computer literacy, particularly with MS Office, is expected. The role may require occasional UK and overseas travel and site work. Knowledge of CFD and a full UK driving license are advantageous. Applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance.

This role is On-Site and requires occasional international travel to Europe, Asia, and/or USA.

Candidates must be eligible to undergo BPSS screening, with the ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC) where required.

Desired Skills and Experience