Stirling Dynamics are looking for a talented Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to support our Hydro-mechanical Design capability team on a permanent basis.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will be supporting the design and development of innovative technical solutions for applications within the aerospace, marine, flight simulator sectors & Urban Air Mobility sectors. The engineer will be required to work closely with Systems, Stress, Electronics, Performance & Simulation engineers within a multidisciplinary project team to ensure the delivery of projects to the agreed technical requirements, timescales and budget. They will be involved in all aspects of the product design life cycle, from initial concept generation, detailed design, implementation, product improvement and in-serve product support.
This role will be based in our Bristol office however as part of our commitment to flexible working, employees are able to work remotely for part of the time.
We are also looking for a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer, please see our other vacancy in case interested.
The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
Technical leadership of design & development projects
Providing robust conceptual and detailed designs to satisfy the project requirements
Preparing design support documentation, conducting design calculations and maintaining concise engineering records
Production of drawing packs in line with configuration management processes
Producing mechanical designs and drawings
Producing design specifications and interface specifications based on project requirements
Checking and approval of technical reports and drawings
Conducting engineering investigations for existing product improvements
Conducting research and collating data as required for trade studies
Compiling engineering memos & technical reports
Conducting engineering change management activities on existing designs
Attending meetings and workshops
Working closely with staff to develop professional values & build good relationships
Ensure adherence to best practice technical standards, including those issued via the Company's Quality Management System, classifications and statutory bodies
Degree (or equivalent) in Aerospace, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering