Overview

R&D Project Engineer – Bristol – Aerospace - £48,000 to £55,000

Melbreck Technical are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our client's cutting-edge Research & Development team, where you will be leading projects that have a significant commercial and technical importance. They are a large global aerospace company, who are renowned for their market leading expertise in aircraft systems.

Role and location

This is a full-time position based in their Bristol, UK office, where you will join a small team of engineers working on new technology developments, managed locally by the senior leadership team. Your role will be crucial in the business as you will be directly responsible for leading and delivering on key research and development projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead, and deliver on key research and development projects.
• Developing new technology strategies to support business needs.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the direction of projects and products is communicated in a timely manner.
• Take a technical stance on projects and products to ensure feasibility and continuity.
• Supporting the wider business in technological advances.
• Support the wider leadership team in mentoring and developing more junior engineers who are earlier on in their career.

R&D Project Engineer – Required background and experience

• Degree in Aerospace Engineering is preferred, but Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant technical or scientific subject would be considered.
• Understanding and experience of Cryogenics would be a significant advantage.
• Previous experience of taking a technology from concept to prototype e.g. Technology Readiness Level 2 through 6.
• Between 5 and 10 years’ experience in aerospace is preferred, but experience in cryogenic systems would also be considered.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and technical design information.
• Knowledge and understanding of validation and verification.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and conduct investigations.
• Proficiency in technical report writing and presentations.
• Previous experience with sensor design and sensor networks
• Previous experience with aircraft fuel systems
• Knowledge of specific Aerospace standards, ARP4754, ARP4761 and ARINC611
• Experience of a wide range of testing, ranging from bench and lab tests, through to large scale ground and flight testing.

R&D Project Engineer – Required characteristics

• A desire to learn new skills, to grow, or to become a Chartered Engineer
• Ability to work within a geographically diverse team using remote tools (e.g. video conferencing)
• Ability to travel within the UK, to the US, and to Europe to support the projects, customers, and suppliers

Hours and Benefits

• 37.5 hours per week – Monday to Friday
• 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home
• Up to 10% bonus
• Up to 15% pension
• Excellent employee welfare schemes and programs

Application

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Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Project Management, and Design
• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing