Mechanical​/Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer

Overview

Mechanical / Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer – Filton (100% on‑site, 35 hours per week)

Guidant Global is recruiting on behalf of Airbus for an experienced Mechanical / Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer to join the Wing Engineering Design team  role involves contributing to the design and development of fuel and mechanical systems across Airbus commercial aircraft programmes and collaborating within a multinational engineering community.

• Contribute to the end‑to‑end design lifecycle from early concept through to detailed design, modification and maturity gates.
• Design and validate mechanical and fuel system installation components and assemblies, optimised for safety, weight, cost and manufacturability.
• Produce and deliver Definition Dossiers to support manufacturing and final assembly lines.
• Lead and support technical studies, trade‑offs and investigations, ensuring solutions meet Airbus design methods and procedures.
• Support product improvement, in‑service activities and wing build, including the introduction of new modifications.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple sites and disciplines.

• Strong experience using CATIA V5.
• Proven capability in 3D CAD mechanical design.
• Experience with configuration and design toolsets such as PASS, DPDS, VPM, ICC/ACP (or similar).
• Proactive, delivery‑focused mindset with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, inclusive engineering team.
• Experience in hydraulic systems or landing gear installation considered highly transferable.
• Fuel systems background beneficial but not essential.

35 hours per week across 4.5 days (07:00–19:00). Occasional travel may be required. BPSS clearance required (completed by Airbus Security). ITAR restrictions apply.

£31.47 per hour (PAYE) or £42.10 per hour (Umbrella). Pay rates are competitive for the role.