Mechanical Design Engineer - Stress Job Basel area,Kanton Basel-Landschaft Switzerland,Engineering

Perform static and dynamic analyses as well as fatigue and damage tolerance analyses for cabin completion and modification projects
Support the Team Leader Mechanical Design Engineering to develop working methods to ensure an efficient work flow
Ensure correct consideration and application of Certification Basis, Rules and Regulations, Means of Compliance and Interpretations
Ensure adequate communication and liaison internally, especially with the Engineering Team as well as with external Third Parties

Position And Responsibilities

Perform static and dynamic analyses as well as fatigue and damage tolerance analyses for cabin completion and modification projects
Support the Team Leader Mechanical Design Engineering to develop working methods to ensure an efficient work flow
Ensure correct consideration and application of Certification Basis, Rules and Regulations, Means of Compliance and Interpretations
Ensure adequate communication and liaison internally, especially with the Engineering Team as well as with external Third Parties

Key Aspects of the Activity

Static, dynamic and fatigue calculations of different installations (e.g. interior monuments, antennae installation, additional water tank, etc.) in airplanes with different methods (e.g. Finite-Element-Analysis and hand calculations).
Review and approval of drawings and designs for stress aspects
Work out of repairs and modifications in regard of stress
Consulting with the mechanical design engineering to achieve light and cost saving structure solutions
Development of technical as well as safety and certification relevant documentation such like reports, analysis, assessments
Establishment of FEM models and Structural Substantiation Reports
Development and procurement of material testing
Development of engineering standards

Required

Skills and Qualifications

Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering or relevant field
Profound knowledge of fundamental physics, technical mechanics, thermodynamics, aerospace technology and materials
Minimum 5 years structural substantiation experience
Proactive behaviour with excellent written and verbal communication skills in English - additionally French and/or German is advantageous
Experienced FEM user (Femap). Experience with CAD software (Auto Cad, CATIA, Solidworks). Proficient in MS Office. VBA programming skills are advantageous.
Ability to work independently
Accurate and strong attention to detail and safety
Ideally aerospace engineering background, alternatively automotive / transportation experience

What we offer (among other things)

Working in an owner-managed, young dynamic company with hands-on mentality
Multifaceted, challenging and responsible position within an exclusive environment
Attractive employment conditions and social benefits like 5 weeks of holidays (6 weeks as of 50 years)
Free on-site English lessons and individual further training and development opportunities
Subsidized meals in our canteen, as well as parking spaces (or free shuttle bus transport) and other employee discounts (Fleets, Bars & Restaurants etc.)
In case of relocation: support with relocation / work permit
Corporate events like our famous annual Christmas Party and the summer BBQ

Additional information

General working place:
Hangar facilities at Euro Airport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg