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Principle Design Engineer
* 40 Hours per week & hybrid working
* Established manufacturer
* Respected partner to the Aviation industry
* Great company culture
* Up to £45k basic
Our customer, based in Wythenshawe, are experts in the aviation industry and on their behalf, we are requiting for an experienced Design Engineer.
The Job
* Designing and developing technical parts and products using SolidWorks.
* Conducting cross-functional design reviews where required.
* Generating technical drawings in accordance with BS8888 and internal standards.
* Technical leadership of aircraft cabin projects.
* Overseeing work through the business workflow and into full-scale production.
* Processing drawing change requests in accordance with change management procedure.
* Reverse engineering components for product improvements or changes.
* Supporting and working closely with other departments of the business and suppliers.
* Creating documentation to support the design and certification of projects.
* Operating CMM and handheld 3D metrology equipment.
* Supporting objectives set by the Design Office Manager and by the business.
* Supporting and instructing project team members
About you
* Minimum Degree level, or equivalent experience (7+ years) in engineering-related field.
* Extensive experience of creating complex parts and assemblies using SolidWorks.
* Extensive experience of creating basic 2D models and drawings in AutoCAD or similar.
* Extensive experience in generating high quality technical drawings to an internationally recognised standard, including the application of GD&T.
* Must demonstrate understanding of Design for Manufacture (DfM) of products with a broad range of production intent, including injection moulding; vac forming; sheet metal; machining; and composites.
* Proven experience of checking drawings from other engineers.
* Demonstrated ability to find solutions to complex problems.
* Experience of PDM vaulting system.
* Experience of Autodesk PowerShape an advantage.
* Stress calculation experience an advantage.
In return for the above you will be offered a highly competitive package and flexibility through hybrid working. For more information please send your CV, in confidence, to James at The Recruitment Fix