Landing Gear Design Engineer

£45.00 Per hour Umbrella / £33.64 Per hour PAYE

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will take ownership of early-stage 3D CAD modeling, kinematic and space allocation assessments, and technical R&D support.

Working closely with senior staff and cross-functional teams, you will turn initial research concepts into structured mechanical design layouts and establish practical design guidelines. The ideal candidate has strong core engineering fundamentals, hands-on CAD expertise, and a track record of solving spatial packaging challenges independently.

Key Responsibilities
CAD & Spatial Packaging:
Lead 3D CAD layout creation, envelope studies, and spatial integration to ensure efficient component allocation.
R&D & Tech Support:
Provide practical engineering support across active technology research projects, running initial trade-offs and layout feasibility assessments.
Design Principles & Standards:
Assist in defining, drafting, and applying foundational design rules and best practices for new development efforts.
Detailed Modeling:
Generate parametric 3D models, basic assembly structures, and technical documentation to support design reviews.
Team

Collaboration:

Coordinate with testing, manufacturing, and systems leads to resolve interface conflicts and iterate on geometric layouts.

Required Qualifications & Skills
Technical Skills
CAD Proficiency: 3–5 years of hands-on experience using major parametric 3D CAD software (e.g., Solid Works, CATIA, Creo, or Siemens NX).
Spatial & Layout Integration:
Solid background in space allocation, interface management, and packaging components within tight geometric envelopes.
Engineering Fundamentals:
Strong understanding of mechanics, materials, tolerance stack-ups, and practical manufacturing constraints.
R&D / Concept Design:
Experience translating broad project requirements into clear 3D layout options and design documentation.

Working Style
Independent Execution:
Comfortable taking a concept layout from initial assignment to completed 3D study with minimal supervision.
Structured Problem Solving:
Ability to evaluate trade-offs when spatial or technical constraints conflict.
Clear Communication:
Experienced in presenting CAD concepts and technical updates to project stakeholders