Job Description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we\'re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We\'re proud to play a part in protecting the world\'s democracies. And we\'re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world\'s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of \xc2\xa33.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.Job SummaryWe are looking for a motivated and self-driven Design engineer with relevant experience in the area of Design, Definition, and Configuration Change management.
As a senior design engineer, you will draw on your specialist knowledge to conceptualize products and develop designs in the concept development phase of the technology programs in both metallic and composite parts. You will lead CAD definition, design and related activities for Gas turbine engine whole engine layout, modules assemblies and components under different engine architectures. You will work within a team of engineers and domain leads to plan, execute and deliver milestones in the sprint system. You will be expected to provide technical guidance and mentoring to CAD engineers and drive continuous improvements in way of working.Job ResponsibilitiesPrepare Design data according to GKN Aerospace Sweden (GAS) standards, Operational Management System (OMS), and technical product requirements
Create design package including 2D layouts, engine assemblies interface documents, 3D models, product definition, requirement justification, which are compliant to all design requirements and objectives.
Create design packages including 3D definitions which allow for parametric modelling and optimisation of design concepts
Perform design validation through tolerance stack-up
Understand changes from Change orders(CO) and perform changes on models, drawings, manuals, and other applicable design data
Process and verify documentation such as concessions and non-conformances, and provide technical support by implementing solutions to address non-conforming products, designs, and compliance documentation.
Store, maintain and release appropriate project deliverables, documents, and reports in Teamcenter, SAP
Support and participate in technical discussions, including creation and preparation of technical data and present solutions
Mentor and development of engineers within assigned programmes.
Support with the creation and delivery of training material and initiatives relevant to project
Perform all activities at a level of minimal supervision and guide other engineers within the project as required.
Identify improvements and create and/or check the work instructions, procedures, technical manuals, and guidelines.Job QualificationsGeneral:
Must possess a level of technical expertise especially in the Aerospace industry and in the functional area the project/programme is responsible for Design, in order to successfully support the tasks.
Must possess a high level of technical problem solving skills
Proven experience of handling concept designs in metallic and composites
Essential:
Holds Bachelors / Masters in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering.
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience gained within an engineering discipline, ideally within an aerospace environment and in multi-disciplinary engineering project teams (Design/Analysis, Testing & Manufacturing).
Expert Proficiency in creating 3D models, 2D Definition in Siemens TeamCenter and NX
Expert Proficiency in creating 3D Models , 2D product drawings independently
Expert Proficiency in creating model and definition for Casted/Forged & Machined products
Expert Knowledge and Application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
Expert Knowledge in stack-up analysis
Knowledge of modelling composite structures preferably in NX
Knowledge and exposure to component change management processes
Experience in Model Based Definition (MBD/ PMI) methods
Experience in definition and design of jet engine components, detailed model preparations
Strong understanding of gas turbine engine layouts and familiarity with jet engine components and engine assemblies
Ability to describe and present technical information to a wide audience at equivalent levels within the engineering business.
Able to promote Lean Principles including leading Continuous Improvement ideas (\xe2\x80\x9cCI\xe2\x80\x9d)
Demonstrates good mentoring & technical knowledge transfer as part of day-to-day activities.
Demonstrates a commercial awareness to be able to analyse customer requirements.
Desirable:
Able to communicate with different functions of engineering team, for inputs to execute design activities
Worked in cross-cultural teams.
Personal Attributes:
Be capable of:
o Contribute to teams through change activities, ensuring continuous two way communication.
o Focus on continuous improvement and problem solving.
o Commit to relationship building with customers and colleagues.
o Work effectively with diverse groups of people.Consistently demonstrate the following attributes and values:
o Recognise what people need from you and respond flexibly.
o Demonstrates interpersonal sensitivity.
o Builds confidence in others.
o Hunger for continuous learning, growth and curiosity.
o Stretch out of comfort zone.
o Challenge assumptions and hearsay, and look for evidence.
o Trusts people to do their job.
Personal knowledge:
o Knows the key stakeholders.
o In depth knowledge of own industry and customers.We\'ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of WorkingEveryone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we\'ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It\'s a culture that won us \'The Best Workplace Culture Award\'. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.We\'re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. \xe2\x80\x8b
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