Mechanical Engineer II

Parker Hannifin; Coventry; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional body membership

Career development planning

Pension matching 10%

Private medical cover

Life assurance x4

25 days holiday

Job summary

Parker Meggitt in the UK is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and NPI programmes for aerospace heat exchanger technology, from concept through validation. You will apply robust mechanical principles on complex products while coordinating with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure on-time delivery.

The role requires a strong background in aerospace engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proven project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in aerospace.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, product design and standards.
• Demonstrated project management and organisational skills with scope, schedule and cost control.
• Experience with 3D CAD, analysis/simulation tools and risk analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Define project objectives by reviewing proposals and customer specifications.
• Lead Design Engineering projects and NPI programmes with scope, plans and schedules.
• Produce and review technical reports to support compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Programme Management for readiness.
• Review component designs, analysis outputs, test plans, and related reports.
• Coordinate engineering changes through formal review processes.
• Support customer and supplier engagement through technical reviews and updates.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

Engineering analysis/simulation tools

FMEA

Job description

Position Overview

Join our Engineering team at Ansty Park and play a key role in delivering advanced Thermal Management Systems for aerospace applications. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-performance heat exchanger technology, supporting complex engineering projects and new product introduction programmes from concept through validation.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll lead challenging technical projects, ensuring designs meet customer requirements, performance expectations, cost targets, and programme schedules. You’ll apply strong mechanical engineering principles to the design, development, and validation of innovative products while managing technical scope, risks, and deliverables.

You’ll work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Programme Management teams, as well as customers and suppliers, to drive technical coordination, solve engineering challenges, and support the successful delivery of world‑class aerospace solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project objectives by reviewing proposals, product requirements, and customer specifications
• Lead Design Engineering projects and NPI programmes, including scope, plans, schedules, risks, resources, and deliverables
• Produce and review technical reports and engineering documentation to support compliance with customer, regulatory, and company standards
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Programme Management to support development, validation, and production readiness
• Review and contribute to component designs, analysis outputs, test plans, procedures, validation activities, and technical reports
• Coordinate engineering changes through formal review processes and support continuous improvement
• Support customer and supplier engagement through technical reviews, project updates, issue resolution, and requirement clarification

Essential skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for this position

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in aerospace or related industries
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, product design, and industry standards, with the ability to apply knowledge across technical disciplines
• Demonstrated project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage scope, schedule, and cost objectives
• Experience with 3D CAD, engineering analysis/simulation tools, risk analysis methods (e.g. FMEA) and design for manufacturing preferred
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and continuous improvement mindset with experience applying engineering best practices and process improvements
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present technical information and collaborate with cross‑functions teams, customers, and suppliers
• Proficiency with standard engineering and project management tools and systems

What We Offer

Parker Meggitt is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues' health, wealth, and well‑being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career. Our competitive package will include:

• Funded membership of a professional body
• Focused career development planning with opportunities to progress
• Pension scheme with up to 10% matching company contribution
• Income protection scheme
• Life Assurance x4 basic salary
• Share buying scheme
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell up to 5 days
• Service‑related holiday (3 years = 1 day and increase up to max 5 days)
• Cash Plan or Private Medical Cover
• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
• Free on‑site car parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• An on‑site restaurant and Starbucks offering subsidised food
• Employee Perks – offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services

EMEA Business Descr

Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl (“PHEMEA”), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities. The Aerospace Group EMEA is a strategic business Group within PHEMEA. Hydraulic Systems Division EMEA (HSDE) is a key service provider to PHEMEA.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.