Senior Design Engineer - Aeronautical Structures

SOGECLAIR; Évora; Presencial; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading aerospace company in Évora is seeking a Senior Design Engineer for aeronautical structures design. You will utilize advanced CAD tools and lead the design process to meet aerospace manufacturing and certification standards. The ideal candidate has over 20 years of experience, a relevant degree, and expertise in steel and composite materials. Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.

Serviços

Strategic career progression

Advanced training in high-profile aerospace programs

Empowering team culture with direct impact

Qualificações

• 20+ years of senior-level experience in designing aeronautical structures.
• Deep expertise in manufacturing methods and tolerancing.
• Strong understanding of aerospace design standards, GD&T, and design-for-manufacture principles.

Responsabilidades

• Design and model primary and secondary aircraft structures.
• Ensure manufacturability, tolerancing, and design compliance with aerospace standards.
• Collaborate with stress engineers, manufacturing teams, and certification engineers.

Conhecimentos

Expertise in steel and composite structural design

Fluent in English

Experience with CAD tools

Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams

Formação académica

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Ferramentas

3DEXPERIENCE

CATIA V5

ENOVIA VPM

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are looking for a Senior Design Engineer - Aeronautical Structures in Évora, Portugal

In this role, you will be responsible for the design and development of aeronautical structures using steel and composite materials. You will lead the design process using advanced CAD tools and ensure that components meet manufacturing and certification standards. Your work will directly support the structural integrity and buildability of critical aerospace components.

Your main tasks will be:

• Design and modeling of primary and secondary aircraft structures using steel and composite materials
• Ensure manufacturability, tolerancing, and design compliance with aerospace standards
• Use 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA V5, and ENOVIA VPM to manage and deliver design work
• Collaborate with stress engineers, manufacturing teams, and certification engineers
• Create and review technical drawings, 3D models, and design documentation
• Participate in design reviews and support continuous improvement in design methodologies
• Deliver designs in alignment with project schedules and quality targets

About you:

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or are a qualified CAD Design Technician
• You have 20+ years of senior-level experience in the design of aeronautical structures
• You have deep expertise in steel and composite structural design, manufacturing methods, and tolerancing
• You are fluent in English (mandatory); Spanish and Portuguese are highly valued

Mandatory skills:

• Expertise in 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA V5, and ENOVIA VPM
• Strong understanding of aerospace design standards, GD&T, and design-for-manufacture principles
• Proven collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams in aerospace development projects

Added Value:

• Experience working with OEMs or Tier 1 aerospace suppliers
• Familiarity with configuration management and PLM systems

Mastered Tools:

• CAD: 3DEXPERIENCE, CATIA V5, ENOVIA VPM

Your personality:

• Detail-oriented, methodical, and highly collaborative
• Able to manage complex deliverables under tight deadlines
• Strong focus on quality, efficiency, and team success

Benefits and Opportunities:

• Strategic career progression with international mobility opportunities
• Advanced training and leadership development in high-profile aerospace programs
• Empowering team culture with direct impact and cross-functional collaboration and more