Support Engineer

Sonovision Ltd; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace design firm is seeking a Design Focal Point to support project delivery for Ground Support Equipment. This hybrid role involves collaboration with both the customer’s design office and international teams. Responsibilities include conducting research, producing DMUs, updating 3D models, and maintaining documentation. The role offers significant growth potential and a chance to enhance customer relationships. Candidates must have a mechanical engineering qualification and experience in a design office environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a design office environment.
• Experience in aerospace is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to support the Customer's design team.
• Produce Digital Mock-Ups (DMUs) to represent major assemblies.
• Update 3D models and production drawings.
• Validate drawings and models for quality assurance.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Proactive working

Education

Level 5 or level 6 qualification in mechanical engineering

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.

Responsibilities

• 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)
• Needs analysis and capturing requirements
• Liaison (Progress Meetings with end customer, input/support to internal design office coordination)
• 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)

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 Skills

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