Technical Lead, Rig Design (Aerospace)

Rolls-royce; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Technical Lead - Rig Design to oversee the design of mechanical structures and fluid systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and proven experience with gas turbine rigs. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Pension

Private medical insurance

Death in service insurance

Income protection

Employee share-purchase plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with gas turbine rigs from concept to installation.
• Proven modeling and drafting experience for complex gas turbine components.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical structures and fluid systems.
• Oversee CAD models and detailed drawings for compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate cross-sectional teams.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical CAD design

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Technical Lead - Rig Design to oversee the design of mechanical structures and fluid systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and proven experience with gas turbine rigs. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension plan.