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.