Project Engineer – Aerospace Sector

Fortil; Piemonte; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

An international engineering consultancy in Italy is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to lead the design and qualification of hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and HVAC systems specifically for aerospace applications. The successful candidate will manage the entire product development lifecycle and coordinate with various teams and suppliers. The ideal candidate should hold a Master's degree and have at least 5 years of experience within aerospace or automotive sectors, as well as strong communication skills. Collaborative work in an inspiring environment is emphasized.

Servizi

Personalized support for skill development

Opportunity to become a shareholder

Involvement in community projects

Competenze

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in aerospace or automotive sectors.
• Solid knowledge of aerospace design qualification standards.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Mansioni

• Design and define architecture of hydraulic and HVAC systems.
• Prepare technical specifications and supplier documentation.
• Monitor project KPIs and manage product configuration changes.

Conoscenze

Aerospace design standards

Fluid dynamics principles

Interpersonal communication

Proficient in MS Office

Teamwork

Formazione

Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Strumenti

AutoCAD

CATIA V5

MSC.Nastran

Matlab

Simulink

Descrizione del lavoro

Fortil is an international engineering and technology consulting group built on an independent model, bringing together over 2,500 employees. With 30 offices across 14 countries, Fortil fosters entrepreneurial freedom and the empowerment of individual potential.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, and qualification of hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and HVAC systems for aerospace applications.

This role involves managing the full product development lifecycle, from technical proposals through to production support, with regular interaction with internal teams, suppliers, and international clients.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and define the architecture and layout of hydraulic, electro-hydraulic, and HVAC systems (e.g., condensers, evaporators)
• Coordinate technical development activities across all project phases
• Prepare technical specifications (preliminary and final) and supplier documentation
• Select appropriate materials, define dimensional and geometric tolerances
• Provide technical support to CAD designers and verify functional, manufacturability, and installability aspects of drawings
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including development test procedures and reports
• Monitor project KPIs (CPI / SPI) and manage product configuration changes
• Participate in technical reviews with clients and suppliers
• Define test bench requirements and oversee development / acceptance testing

Required Qualifications :

• Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within the aerospace or automotive sectors
• Solid knowledge of aerospace design and qualification standards
• Familiarity with fluid dynamics principles and GD&T practices (e.g., ASME 14.5M)
• Proficient in MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Working knowledge of CAD tools (preferably AutoCAD and / or CATIA V5)
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as MSC.Nastran, MSC.Adams, Matlab, Simulink is a plus
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment
• Willingness to travel occasionally, including international business trips

Why join us?

At Fortil, we implement concrete initiatives to support your development and ensure an inspiring work environment :

• Personalized support to help you grow your skills
• An ecosystem that encourages you to step outside your comfort zone
• The opportunity to become a shareholder
• Involvement in community and non-profit projects
• A dedicated policy to support parenthood

Fortil is committed to equal opportunity. All our positions are open to people with disabilities, regardless of gender, origin, or sexual orientation.