Multi Disciplined Engineer

Michael Page (UK); Ellesmere Port; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Validation Engineer in Ellesmere Port. The successful candidate will manage technical requirements and ensure effective verification and validation of products. With a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, applicants should have 2-5 years of relevant experience. The company offers a competitive salary up to £43k, hybrid working, and various benefits including extra holidays and a cycle to work scheme.

Benefits

33 days holidays including public holidays

Additional day off for birthday

Cycling to Work Scheme

Life Assurance up to 4X salary

Pension Scheme

Early finish on Friday

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles.
• Demonstrable experience in product qualification activities.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to interpret complex data to solve problems.
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proficiency in design and drafting tools.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and manage technical requirements.
• Execute qualification programme plans.
• Report on test plans and participate as a test subject.
• Conduct theoretical analysis to support qualification.
• Identify process inefficiencies for improvement.
• Promote a safety-first culture.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Planning and executing test activities

Organisational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Verification and validation focus

DFMEA leading experience

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in SolidWorks

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

• Excellent package.
• Opportunity to join a highly regulated sector.

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation within the Aerospace and Defence sector. As a medium-sized company, they are committed to delivering high-quality products and services while fostering an environment of innovation and excellence.

Job Description

As the Validation Engineer you will be responsible for the following:

• Interpret and manage technical requirements to create and execute qualification programme plans.
• Take technical ownership of system verification matrices and activities required for their completion
• Develop, execute, and report on test plans, with the opportunity to participate as a test subject when safe.
• Careful examination of similarities between products to establish if existing test evidence is valid for qualification of new products
• Conduct theoretical analysis using analytical methods and computational tools to support product qualification.
• Identify process inefficiencies and contribute to continuous improvement across engineering systems and practices.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive team environment.
• Promote and uphold a safety-first culture throughout all activities.
• Engage in professional development through formal and informal training, including self-led learning and mentoring.
• Stay up to date on relevant technologies, regulations, and industry best practices.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Validation Engineer should have:

• Strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, with the ability to validate work independently and review peer's work.
• Demonstrable experience in planning, executing, and reporting on product test/qualification activities.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, consistently meeting commitments.
• Analytical thinker who can interpret complex and sometimes conflicting data to solve problems effectively.
• Excellent communicator, adaptable to various audiences.
• Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience in multi-disciplined engineering with a focus on verification, validation, and compliance.
• Experience in leading Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and documenting outcomes.
• Proficiency in 2D (AutoCAD) and 3D (SolidWorks) design and drafting tools.
• Familiarity with efficient engineering processes and best practices.

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or a relateddiscipline.
• Minimum 2-5 years of relevant engineering experience.

What\'s on Offer

• Up to £43k
• 33 days holidays including public holidays
• Additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Hybrid Working Policy
• Early finish on Friday!
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance up to 4X salary
• Pension Scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for a multi-disciplinary engineer to join a reputable company in the Industrial/Manufacturing sector, based in Ellesmere Port. Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career!