Mechanical Design Engineer – Aerospace NPI & Structures

Quest Global; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holiday

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Matched pension contribution payments

Career development and progression

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead design and development activities for aerospace components. You will ensure compliance with industry standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture requirements and deliver robust designs.

The role involves hands-on 3D modelling, analysis, and documentation, with focus on manufacturability, GD&T, and design for assembly. Proactive problem solving and clear design reviews are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in mechanical, aerospace, or aeronautical engineering.
• Experience in design and development of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with NPI programs is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Execute design and development projects while ensuring aerospace standards compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture requirements and execute plans.
• Stay updated on new tools, technologies, and manufacturing methods.
• Conduct analyses and contribute to New Product Introductions (NPI).
• Prepare and review design definition reports.

Skills

Structural design

Rotating parts design

Rig design and integration

Material selection

3D modelling

Drafting

GD&T knowledge

Design for manufacture

Stress analysis

Design reviews

Education

Degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering

Tools

UG NX

PLM Teamcenter

HyperMesh

ANSYS Workbench

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Quest Global is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead design and development activities for aerospace components. You will ensure compliance with industry standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams to capture requirements and deliver robust designs.

The role involves hands-on 3D modelling, analysis, and documentation, with focus on manufacturability, GD&T, and design for assembly. Proactive problem solving and clear design reviews are essential.