Mechanical Safety Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A niche aviation engineering firm seeks a Mechanical Safety Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will ensure safety in mechanical systems, generate design concepts, and mentor juniors. A strong educational background and experience in aerospace engineering are essential for this impactful role.

Benefits

Non-contributory pension scheme (minimum 9% employer contribution)

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays

Lunchtime finish on Fridays

Discretionary Christmas bonus (5-10% of salary)

Childcare vouchers (via salary sacrifice)

On-site occupational health team

Annual appraisal and development process

Subsidised canteen

Flexible hybrid working (3 days office, 2 home)

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, ideally IMechE accredited.
• Experience in generating requirements and technical evaluations.
• Proficiency in hand calculations and finite element software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of aerospace product portfolios through investigations and continuous improvements.
• Generate design concepts and produce design definition information.
• Mentor junior personnel in the Product Safety department.

Skills

Proficiency in hand calculations

Knowledge of GD&T to ASME Y14.5 standards

Experience in design for assembly and manufacture

Education

IMechE accredited Mechanical Engineering Degree

Aerospace Engineering Degree

1st or 2.1 from Russell Group/Redbrick University

Tools

Finite element software

Job description

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Mechanical Safety Engineer, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client:

Macstaff

Location:

Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

You will like:

Ensuring safety of engineering design for mechanical systems at a niche aviation engineering innovator in Uxbridge, West London, where you will be literally saving lives! This family-owned firm designs and manufactures specific safety systems for aerospace clients and is renowned for first-class products & services. You will be part of a top-gun team working with the brightest and best British engineers.

Your role:

The Mechanical Safety Engineer will work within the Product Safety department at the Uxbridge site, responsible for ensuring the safety of aerospace product portfolios through investigations, corrective actions, and continuous improvements of designs and processes.

This involves generating design concepts aligned with regulatory and customer requirements, producing design definition information including 3D models, detailed and assembly drawings, and supporting the development with technical calculations, design reviews, and stakeholder consultations. Mentoring junior personnel may also be part of the role.

A detailed job description is available upon application.

Qualifications:

• IMechE accredited Mechanical Engineering Degree, Aerospace Engineering Degree, or equivalent
• 1st or 2.1 from Russell Group/Redbrick University (desirable)
• Experience in generating requirements, technical evaluations, and trade studies
• Proficiency in hand calculations and finite element software
• Knowledge of GD&T to ASME Y14.5 standards
• Experience in design for assembly and manufacture, ideally in aerospace/defence (e.g., ISO 15288)

Benefits:

Competitive salary likely £45K-£50K + package, including:

• Non-contributory pension scheme (minimum 9% employer contribution)
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays
• Lunchtime finish on Fridays
• Discretionary Christmas bonus (5-10% of salary)
• Childcare vouchers (via salary sacrifice)
• On-site occupational health team
• Annual appraisal and development process
• Subsidised canteen and flexible hybrid working (3 days office, 2 home)

Application:

You can apply for the Mechanical Safety Engineer position by clicking the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence to [emailprotected].