Project Engineer

Curtiss-Wright Corporation; Hurn; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement with Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Competitive Pay

Bonus Scheme

Recognition

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Curtiss-Wright Corporation in Christchurch, Dorset is seeking a Project Engineer to manage the full project lifecycle on aerospace sensors and solenoid equipment. You will lead customer liaison, develop PDR/CDR design packages, and drive designs from concept to production readiness, with knowledge in magnetic analysis, analogue electronics, pneumatics, and mechanical design.

The role offers hybrid working, a flexitime program and a variety of benefits as part of our people‑first approach.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent is required.
• Experience in aerospace or similar high‑reliability industries is preferred.
• Familiarity with BS8888 drawing practices is desirable.
• Experience leading project workstreams from concept to production readiness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design proposals, including technical presentations, drawings, schedules and costs.
• Lead engineering projects through NPI to production readiness.
• Support electro‑mechanical product performance analysis.
• Create and approve manufacturing drawings with BS8888 and tolerance analyses.
• Prepare validation/verification documents and compliance matrices.
• Assist operations with manufacturing/quality issues and disposition of non-conformances.
• Lead small project teams and support problem solving using 8D tools.

Skills

Magnetic analysis

Analogue electronics

Pneumatics

Mechanical design

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

UK-Christchurch

Full time

JR12694

We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Christchurch, Dorset team!

In this role you will be dealing with all aspects of the project lifecycle from conception to completion, working with sensors and solenoid equipment for commercial and military Aerospace applications. Whilst leading the project you will be the main point of contact and liaison between the customer and the business, generating and delivering PDR/CDR design packages. The ideal candidate for this role will be competent in one or more of the following disciplines: magnetic analysis, analogue electronics, pneumatics, mechanical design.

Location: Christchurch, Dorset

We Take Care of Our People

Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent)

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement with Employer Match
• Health and Wellness Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Scheme
• Recognition
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (https://curtisswright.com/investor-relations/overview/default.aspx)
• Inclusive & Supportive Culture (https://careers.curtisswright.com/en/who-we-are/)

Your Challenge

• Preparation of design proposals, including technical presentations, proposal drawings, schedule, verification and validation activities and costs.
• Lead engineering projects throughout the NPI process to required production readiness levels.
• Prepare and support electro-mechanical product performance analysis
• Generate and check/approve manufacturing drawings, requiring high proficiency with BS8888, GDT, tolerance analysis and best drawing practices.
• Generation and approval of validation and verification documents including compliance matrix, qualification test procedures/reports, DDP's.
• Support operations with any manufacturing /quality issues making/using technical judgements to approve disposition of non-conformances, engineering change requests.
• Lead small project teams as required.
• Support investigation activities using 8D and other similar problem solving tools

What You Bring

• Degree (or equivalent) educated within a relevant Engineering subject
• Knowledge of environmental testing
• Good amount of prior experience in senior project role in the Aerospace industry or similar.
• Must be familiar with BS8888
• Solidworks
• CEng or IEng registered is desirable

Who We Are

With over 50 years of experience in aviation technology, Curtiss-Wright's Sensors & Controls Division is continuing the legacy of flight innovation, providing critical components on a variety of commercial, defense and industrial platforms. From solenoid valves and sensors, to linear and rotary actuators, we work closely with systems integrators to deliver the most reliable products on the market.

Our Values (https://www.curtisswright.com/company/sustainability/core-values/default.aspx)

Environmental, Social and Governance

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Compliance Statement

This position may require exposure to export-controlled information and subject to additional security screening. In the event information provided during the security screening reveals ineligibility to access export-controlled information, any offer of employment may be reconsidered or withdrawn.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition. ([e-mail])

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If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition ([e-mail]) and we will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Join the WRIGHT Team!

Over 95 years of growth, Curtiss-Wright is an integrated, market-facing global diversified industrial company and remains a technology leader through this legacy of innovation. Through three well-balanced segments – Aerospace & Industrial, Defense Electronics and Naval & Power, we remain focused on advanced technologies for high performance platforms and critical applications. Diversity, commitment to excellence and dedication to the spirit of pioneering innovation continue to drive the employees of Curtiss-Wright.

Our Values

What makes a world-class organization? It all begins with core values that provide a strong foundation for success. Simple in theory, the values of Curtiss-Wright are reflected in every aspect of our operations. To our employees, these are more than words on a wall – we all take these values to heart in our relationships with our customers and each other.

Leadership

We lead based on vision and strategic direction, empowering employees to reach goals through thoughtful and decisive action.

Customer Focus

We are committed to achieving total quality by meeting our customers’ expectations and delivering products and services in a timely fashion.

Teamwork & Trust

Working in a spirit of trust and collaboration, we actively encourage employees to contribute their ideas and innovations to keep our company moving forward.

Respect for People

We believe that people are our most valuable asset and will always do the right thing in our dealings and interactions with all employees.

Integrity

We will act with the highest integrity in all of our business relationships and strategic partnerships.

What We Offer Our Employees:

Opportunity: As part of the Curtiss-Wright team, you have the opportunity each day to transform the way customers do business, as well as transform your career. Our entrepreneurial environment provides you with excellent experiences that enable you to develop your skills through stretch assignments and the opportunity to work with the best talent in the industry. You will have the opportunity to contribute from day one!

Challenging Work: The work we do here is not only challenging, but it is meaningful to our customers, our employees and the communities in which they live and work. You are given the chance to work on some of the most advanced technology projects in the world. Now that something to be proud of!

Collaborative Environment: The teamwork among our exceptionally talented people enables us to deliver some of the most advanced solutions to our customers.