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Mechanical Design Engineer

ALTEN


Job Location:

Derby - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 October 2026 (23 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 24 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to support the development and delivery of complex aerospace propulsion systems in Derby and Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Design Engineer with a strong aerospace background to contribute to the creation and maintenance of detailed engineering drawings for civil aerospace applications.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team you will be responsible for producing and updating high-quality technical drawings ensuring designs are accurately defined and released in accordance with engineering and manufacturing requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create modify and maintain detailed 2D engineering drawings for aerospace propulsion components and assemblies.
  • Produce design documentation in accordance with industry and company standards.
  • Support design definition activities throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Work closely with design manufacturing and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
  • Ensure drawing packs are accurate complete and released to required quality standards.
  • Participate in design reviews and support continuous improvement activities.
  • Manage engineering changes and update associated documentation where required.

Qualifications :

Required Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Mechanical Design Engineer PDG Engineer or Drawing Office Engineer within the aerospace sector.
  • Strong experience producing and maintaining 2D engineering drawings.
  • Proficiency in Siemens NX.
  • Understanding of manufacturing and engineering drawing standards.
  • Experience working within a regulated engineering environment.
  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into accurate design documentation.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications:

  • A Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience supporting aerospace propulsion or engine-related programmes.
  • Knowledge of configuration management and engineering change processes.
  • Familiarity with product lifecycle and design release activities.

Additional Information :

Why join us 

We bring together entrepreneurial tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN youll work on exciting projects supported by ongoing learning mentoring and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow today.

In short you get: 

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Cycle & Tech Scheme 
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Life insurance & Pension Scheme
  • Social atmosphere regular gatherings & team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community including veterans reservists service leavers and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website . If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria then your employment may be delayed or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

 


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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