Mechanical Design Engineer (DFM) – Heat Exchangers

ALTEN; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN UK is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to enhance advanced heat exchanger technology for aircraft propulsion. The role focuses on optimizing complex metal assemblies and requires solid experience in design for manufacturing. Join a community dedicated to innovation and career development with exciting engineering projects and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Cycle-to-work Scheme

Flexible working

Team building events

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Mechanical Design / DFM / Manufacturing Engineering.
• Expertise in GD&T and Siemens NX.
• Strong knowledge of thermal systems and welding.

Responsibilities

• Develop & optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace heat exchangers.
• Apply GD&T principles for precision component design & assembly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on fabrication and machining.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

GD&T

Thermal Systems

Welding

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM)? Join ALTEN UK to work on advanced heat exchanger technology for next-generation aircraft propulsion. You will play a key role in optimizing complex metal assemblies, electric motor integration, and advanced welding processes, driving innovation in aerospace thermal management solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop & optimize manufacturing processes for aerospace heat exchangers
• Apply GD&T principles for precision component design & assembly
• Utilize Siemens NX for 3D modeling, design validation & DFM analysis
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on fabrication, machining & welding
• Support TAM (Tooling, Assembly & Manufacturing) activities to enhance production efficiency
• Ensure designs meet stringent aerospace standards for safety & performance

Qualifications:

• 5+ years in Mechanical Design / DFM / Manufacturing Engineering
• Expertise in GD&T and Siemens NX for component & assembly design
• Strong knowledge of thermal systems, heat exchanger fabrication & precision welding
• Experience with bulky metal structures, electric motor integration & machining processes
• Background in aerospace, defence, or high-precision manufacturing preferred

Additional Information:

Why join us?

We foster a community of talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we push boundaries and embrace new possibilities.

We offer opportunities to work on innovative projects with leading companies.

We support your career development with personalized support plans to help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!

In short, you get:

• A personalized career path and rewarding management style
• Opportunities to work on exciting engineering projects and technologies with premium clients
• A diverse range of projects across industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme and other benefits
• A social atmosphere with gatherings and team building
• Flexible working (role dependent)