Mechanical Design Engineer

To manage design engineer(s) on a number of modules that will provide design solutions from
initial
concept through to product manufacture.
Scope of Responsibilities
The scope of responsibilities could cover the entire project or a module of the project, and the
team
size varies accordingly. Also responsible for the checking of all applicable mechanical design
work
to meet company, airframer, regulatory and customer requirements
Key Responsibilities and Duties
? To aid in the development of new product designs and their structure in the PLM system
? To manage the product maturity and development in the PLM system
? To lead the design effort for packages of work or modules and to develop and manage the
tasks and deliverables of a team of design engineers
? To maintain the engineering quality and integrity of the work produced within their
module(s), work package(s) or project
? To design check the modules (2D, 3D, EBoMs) against internal standards and be
responsible for the technical accuracy of designs prior to processing for release
? Responsible for the design and detail modelling of a variety of suite components in order to
meet the customer, regulatory and OEM requirements
? To monitor, manage and meet the cost and weight targets
? Expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers as
well as to manage data transfer as required for product development or other needs
? Organise and participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product
Introduction process. Ensure that all necessary follow up actions are taken.
? To ensure the selection and application of materials and processes are appropriate to each
design element and are in line with standards, materials and processes guides
? Ensure the successful integration of each of their module(s) within the product as a whole
? Manage design changes as required to support manufacturing/production, customers,
quality, and certification
? Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines and lessons learnt
as laid out in the Design Engineering Hub & business management systems
? Generate and/or revise specifications as required
? Coach, mentor and develop less experienced design engineers (apprentices, graduates
etc.)
? To work towards achieving design signatory status
? Responsible for the management and control of daily attendance, holidays for your team
including absence management
Assisting in recruitment of team members as and when required
But what else? (benefits,
specificities, etc.)

Strong problem solving ability to support on complex programmes…Essential
Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated
programme team on a daily basis. Able to clearly define expectations and gain
understanding…Essential
Ability to advice and influence across functions…Desirable
Candidate skills & requirements Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications
Qualified to a minimum of degree in a Mechanical / Aerospace /
Structural Engineering field. Alternatively a HNC/HND or an
equivalent qualification in Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural
Engineering apprenticeship, with extensive experience in mechanical
systems design, developing concept and detailing engineering
solutions…….Essential
Highly Proficient with experience in CATIA V5 (or other 3D CAD
packages) and Product Life Management (PLM) Systems…..Essential
Ability to plan and schedule design activities across multiple design modules…..Essential
The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a
working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation
requirements….Essential
A working knowledge of these main methods of manufacture sheet metal fabrication, plastics
vacuum forming, CNC machining…Essential
Ability to read mechanical design drawings and specifications…Essential
Experience using project management tools…Desirable
Proven experience supervising a team Mechanical Design engineers…Desirable
Experienced in working with Boeing and Airbus specifications for interiors design or other
equivalent OEM specifications…Desirable
Experience in new model introduction…Desirable
Design signatory/approver…Desirable

Organisation details Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion,
equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a
safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly,
comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales
of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership
positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazines _Worlds
best companies 2024_ ranking.
Safran Seats is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and
passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air
fleets around the world.