Turbomachinery CAD Designer (Diseñador Proyectista)

About Pangea Propulsion:

We are a company dedicated to developing advanced propulsion systems for the space industry based on three key principles: high efficiency sustainability and reusability. We are revolutionizing the space industry with ground breaking innovations that allows us to offer the best performance to cost propulsion systems.

Our goal is to be the propulsion provider for the next-generation of spacecraft which are essential to meet the demands and compete in the booming space market of the next decade.

We are a passionate multicultural and multidisciplinary team pushing the boundaries of what it is possible in space propulsion technology.

We have already made history by successfully testing the worlds first 3D printed Methalox Aerospike engine marking a significant milestone for the space industry.

We are looking for talented professionals to join our international team in Barcelona and Toulouse. We want to be key player in improving diversity in Aerospace sector as in Pangea we believe that diversity (gender age race sexual orientation beliefs disability culture etc.) is a key to success. Within Pangea everyone can grow with the same opportunities. We encourage you to apply. Individually we are different but together we are an amazing team!

We are looking for a Turbomachinery Mechanical Designer in Barcelona.

About the role

This role will have you directly impacting the design and development of Pangeas turbopumps and advanced rocket engines by transforming concepts and preliminary designs into production-ready CAD and drawings. You will be responsible for creating maintaining and releasing detailed 3D models 2D drawings GD&T and tolerance analyses for components and assemblies operating in extreme conditions ensuring manufacturability and robust configuration control.

The position offers and requires rigor ownership and attention to detail. You will collaborate daily with mechanical design engineers analysis manufacturing quality and suppliers to define drawing requirements anticipate manufacturing constraints and ensure hardware is released with the right level of definition for inspection and assembly.

Key Responsibilities

Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and complex assemblies for turbopump components (pumps turbines housings impellers shafts seals bearings manifolds etc.).

Produce review and release manufacturing drawings (2D) including notes surface finish heat treatments coatings and inspection requirements in compliance with ISO GPS / GD&T.

Perform and document tolerance stack-ups fits/clearances and interface control to ensure assembly feasibility and functional performance.

Support design engineers by providing DfM/DfA feedback (machining additive manufacturing EDM grinding balancing brazing/welding) and proposing drawing/cad changes to reduce cost and lead time.

Manage drawing maturity through the release cycle in the PLM (e.g. Teamcenter): part numbers revisions EBOM structure and engineering change documentation.

Collaborate with suppliers internal manufacturing and quality to clarify requirements answer RFIs and ensure drawings enable effective inspection (CMM metrology) and acceptance.

Maintain and improve drawing practices templates and checking routines; participate in design reviews as the drawing/GD&T focal point for turbomachinery hardware.

What you need to be successful

Educational Background: Technical degree (FP/TS) or equivalent experience in mechanical design product design industrial drafting or similar. Engineering degree is not required.

Experience: 5 years of experience producing and releasing detailed drawings for precision mechanical parts (aerospace turbomachinery automotive energy or other high-performance/regulated industries).

Technical Proficiency:

o Advanced user of CAD (Siemens NX preferred) with strong skills in detail design large assemblies and drawing production.

o Comfortable with PLM/PDM tools (Teamcenter preferred): revision control release workflows and change management.

o Strong command of ISO GPS / GD&T datum systems and creation of clear inspection-ready manufacturing drawings.

o Ability to perform tolerance analyses/stack-ups define fits and clearances and manage critical interfaces.

o Good understanding of manufacturing processes and constraints (CNC machining turning/milling EDM grinding additive manufacturing) and DfM/DfA best practices.

o Working proficiency in English (Spanish and French are a plus).

Soft Skills:

o Strong attention to detail pride in producing clean unambiguous drawings and a quality-first mindset.

o Structured problem-solving and ability to challenge requirements constructively (tolerances materials finishes accessibility).

o Autonomy in managing multiple parts/drawings prioritizing releases and meeting short hardware lead times.

o Clear communication and collaboration with design manufacturing suppliers and quality in a fast-paced multidisciplinary environment.

Other desired competencies

Relevant Certifications/Training: Formal training in GD&T / ISO GPS metrology or mechanical drafting (certifications are a plus).

Industry Experience: Experience detailing rotating equipment and/or high-precision components (turbomachinery aerospace motorsport energy) and working directly with machine shops and inspectors.

Specialized Expertise

o Experience with inspection and metrology (CMM GD&T interpretation first article inspection nonconformities).

o Experience creating assembly drawings exploded views and clear work instructions for integration and test.

o Hands-on understanding of fits for bearings/seals runout/concentricity and balance-related requirements (nice to have).

o Familiarity with materials heat treatments coatings and surface finish specifications commonly used in high-performance turbomachinery.

o Previous experience in aerospace standards configuration control and traceability for flight or test hardware (nice to have).

Not hitting every requirement Research suggests that some people tend to hesitate when it comes to job applications if they dont meet all the desired qualifications. Here at Pangea Aerospace were committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity inclusivity and authenticity. So if youre enthusiastic about this role but your prior experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification mentioned in the job description we still strongly encourage you to apply. You might just be the ideal candidate for this position or other opportunities within our organization.

More about us

We are an international and very multicultural team. Our work is guided by these core values:

Teamwork because we strive in working together as an aligned team towards our common goals.

Respect & tolerance: we value people with integrity that treat other people with respect. We enjoy having diverse views to enrich the debate and take better decisions.

Passion for growth: we are passionate about space and about being pioneers; also we value personal and organizational growth aiming to a constant improvement.

Sustainability: because a long-term vision and strategy is not possible if sustainability is not in the teams core values.

Daring: we do things that sometimes seem impossible but we always go the extra mile to find a path to do them and we are ready to take the necessary risks to achieve our goals.

If this sounds good to you and you want to join the New Space revolution we really want to meet you!