Project Design Engineer

RPS are working exclusively in conjunction with a high-growth aerospace manufacturer who are looking for a Project Design Engineer to join them on their Cheshire site.

Following a new project win with a large European OEM, they are expecting significant growth over the next 6-12 months.

The role requires someone to be client facing, as well as working with the internal Design Engineering team on a day-to-day basis.

Core Activities of the Project Design Engineer:

• Preparation of technical proposals and cost estimates

• Concept development including management and oversight of development testing

• Preparation and presentation of design reviews, both internal and with the customer when required.

• Definition and management of qualification programmes where required, including drafting/checking of qualification plans, test procedures and test reports

• Validating 3D models and 2D drawings produced, meet the design requirements and obtaining customer approval where required.

• Validating tool designs, BOM’s and routings to ensure parts produced meet the design requirements.

• Establishing, owning and updating compliance matrices and verification and validation plans to ensure the product meets the original specification requirements.

• Liaising with customers to ensure deviations to specifications are accepted and agreed where required.

• Supporting the Project Manager by developing, driving and reporting the technical activities of the project plan

• Managing technical risks with the use of tools such as Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis.

Experience and knowledge Essential

• Experience in the design and development of new /modified products in a highly regulated industry

 • Experience in the design and development of metallic ducting systems/components or thin wall sheet metal products

• Experienced in leading product development and qualification test programmes Desirable

 • Experience of Developing products within the Aerospace industry Qualifications and training Essential

• Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering Desirable

• Basic understanding of CAD systems (CATIA or Autodesk Inventor)

• New Product Introduction Process Principles 

• Cost estimating Other requirements Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills at internal/external stakeholder levels

 • Self motivated We offer a competitive salary, great benefits and the opportunity to develop and progress your career.

If you meet the above criteria for this Project Design Engineer role, please apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss your background and the role in more detail.