Fluid Systems Development Engineer (Project Engineer)

Element Digital Engineering is a leading provider of specialist engineering design simulation build and consultancy support to clients across Aerospace Automotive Energy Built Environment and Chemical Process industries both in the UK and internationally. We enable our clients to accelerate innovation and improve performance through high-quality engineering delivery ranging from early concept development to advanced R&D testing.

We are seeking a capable and adaptable Systems Development Engineer (Project Engineer) to support the design development and delivery of bespoke fluid and mechanical systems. Based out of our Bristol Aztec office with regular collaboration with our Cotswold Airport Hot and Cold Fuel Test Facility youll contribute to projects involving complex system integration instrumentation and build support for R&D and prototype systems.

This is a hands-on delivery-focused engineering role suited to candidates with experience in physical system development from initial concept through to test and commissioning within a requirements-driven systems engineering framework. It sits at the intersection of mechanical electrical and fluid systems engineering with a strong emphasis on practical problem-solving real-world engineering judgment and collaborative project delivery.

• System Design & Integration
  • Support the design and integration of test rigs fluid circuits and development systems producing technical artefacts such as schematics system architectures P&IDs mechanical layouts and component specifications
• Build & Commissioning Support
  • Engage with internal technicians suppliers and clients to support the physical build and commissioning of complex systems ensuring safe and efficient operation
• Instrumentation & Controls Collaboration
  • Work alongside electrical and controls engineers to integrate instrumentation sensors heaters and DAQ/control systems into fluid or mechanical platforms
• Technical Documentation
  • Create and maintain design records compliance matrices technical reports bills of materials and test documentation as part of a structured project lifecycle
• Client-Facing Delivery
  • Represent the company in client meetings providing technical updates and ensuring alignment between internal delivery and customer expectations
• Multidisciplinary Coordination
  
  • Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure consistency quality and traceability of work across the mechanical electrical and controls domains
• Continuous Improvement
  • Feed learning and experience from each project back into tools templates and workflows to strengthen our development capability
• Grade Expectations
  • • At project engineer grade you are expected to:
    • Deliver engineering work packages with a moderate level of complexity
    • Apply independent judgment on technical matters within your experience
    • Escalate risk and uncertainty proactively
    • Support more senior engineers in system-level delivery
    • Mentor junior staff when appropriate
    • Balance technical detail with delivery pace and client responsiveness

• Engineering Background
• BEng or MEng degree in Mechanical Aerospace Systems or General Engineering (or demonstrably equivalent practical experience)
• Exposure to system-level development ideally including requirement decomposition system architecture and V&V strategies
• Practical understanding of pipework design flow/pressure drop thermal management and component sizing
• Experience supporting system builds test rig assembly or hardware commissioning in a development or prototype environment
• Familiarity with pressure flow temperature and electrical measurement devices and their selection and integration
• Competence producing fluid mechanical schematics general arrangements and other technical supporting documentation
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams and communicate clearly with engineers technicians and clients
• Experience in aerospace
• Exposure to cryogenic high-pressure or hazardous fluid systems
• Knowledge of National Instruments hardware LabVIEW MATLAB or equivalent DAQ tools
• Familiarity with test facility standards (e.g. PED ATEX BS EN 13445)
• Experience authoring technical procedures method statements or TRRs
• Interest in progressing toward chartership or leadership roles in systems development

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At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.