Project Support Engineer

Sonovision Ltd; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace services provider is looking for a Project Support Engineer in Gloucester to provide design support for Ground Support Equipment. This hybrid role involves interacting with both the client's design offices and Sonovision's international teams. Responsibilities include research, 3D model updates, and project management activities. Applicants should have a Level 5/6 qualification in mechanical engineering and at least 3 years of design office experience. The position offers a pay range of £44,447 to £46,547 and has a duration of 12 months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a design office environment.
• Experience in Aerospace is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to support the Customer's design team.
• Produce Digital Mock-Ups (DMUs) of major assemblies.
• Update 3D models under Senior Designer guidance.
• Control configuration for live projects.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work independently and proactively

High attention to detail and accuracy

Education

Level 5 or level 6 qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Sonovision has the requirement for a design focal point to support a transnational contract predominantly providing design services for Ground Support Equipment and Tooling with a major aerospace OEM. This is a hybrid role, combining direct support to the customer's design office in Bristol with collaboration across Sonovision's international design team. You will be responsible for design updates, documentation, and customer liaison, ensuring smooth project delivery. Reporting to the Deputy Managing Director, you will receive regular support from Head Office and play a key role in managing customer relationships. This is a role with real growth potential - giving you the chance to expand responsibilities and help grow the service Sonovision offers to its customers.

General Design Office Support

• Conduct research to support the Customer's design team with current and legacy designs
• Produce Digital Mock-Ups (DMUs) to digitally represent major assemblies
• Update 3D models and production/manufacturing drawings under Senior Designer guidance
• Update supporting documentation (User Guides, BOM, Design Specifications)
• Validate drawings and models to ensure quality assurance
• Control configuration for live projects (drawings, models and supporting documentation)

Inter-Company Project Management

• Needs analysis and capturing requirements
• Liaison (Progress Meetings with end customer, input/support to internal design office co‑ordination)
• Supporting Design Reviews (PDR, CDR and FDR)
• Technical liaison / query management between end customer and internal design office
• Supporting quotations for work packages (estimating level of effort, pricing model, delivery lead‑times)

Role: Project Support Engineer
Location: Gloucester
Duration: 12 months
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Qualifications

• Level 5 or level 6 qualification in a mechanical engineering discipline
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in a design office environment
• Working knowledge of CATIA V5
• Experience in Aerospace an advantage
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Desirable

• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools
• Knowledge of ISO9001 and EN9100
• Experience with Ground Support Equipment or Tooling design

Pay: £44,447 to £46,547
Start Date: ASAP | Duration: 12 months