Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

TN United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company in the aerospace sector is seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their expanding team in Buckinghamshire. This role offers the chance to work on innovative aerospace systems that have the potential to save lives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design within safety-critical environments, utilizing advanced 3D CAD modelling and problem-solving techniques. With a generous benefits package, including a non-contributory pension scheme and healthcare options, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension scheme

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Discounted gym memberships

Occupational health team

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace nursery benefit

Qualifications

• Experience in design within safety-critical environments.
• Strong background in advanced aerospace systems and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Generate design concepts and produce engineering drawings.
• Lead design reviews and perform structural calculations.

Skills

3D CAD modelling

Material and process selection

Design for manufacture and assembly

Problem-solving using 8D techniques

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX 12

Teamcenter 11

FEA software

Job description

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Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, england, uk

Client:

Strongfield

Location:

england, uk, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

14

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Aerospace sector
Permanent Hire, Buckinghamshire, UK.

A leading UK-based Aerospace Engineering company in Buckinghamshire is looking to expand their Mechanical Design department at both Senior and Principal Engineer levels by hiring new Engineers for their Buckinghamshire offices.

This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace systems and technologies that could help save lives. For more information, please read on and click apply to be considered for an interview.

Benefits & compensation:

• A generous 9% non-contributory pension scheme (18+)
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• 4x salary Life Assurance (18+)
• Healthcare Plan – Including Discounted Gym Memberships
• Occupational Health team
• Cycle to work scheme (after a six-month probationary period)
• Workplace Nursery Benefit

Job Code: BH-596 | Job Posted: 2024-10-02

Aerospace - Engineering - UK

This position is with a leading UK Aerospace Engineering company based in Buckinghamshire, looking to grow their Mechanical Design team at senior and principal levels. The role involves working on advanced aerospace systems that could significantly impact safety and innovation.

Key experience includes design in safety-critical environments, 3D CAD modelling, material and process selection, design for manufacture and assembly, GD&T, and problem-solving using 8D techniques.

Desirable experience includes familiarity with NX 12 & Teamcenter 11, ASME Y14.5 standards, FEA, multibody dynamics, and motion simulation.

Responsibilities include generating design concepts, producing engineering drawings, workload planning, supporting project teams, performing performance and structural calculations, producing top-level design layouts, and leading design reviews.

If interested, apply below to be considered for a telephone interview soon!