Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Company : Safran Seats Job field : Mechanics Location : Cwmbran , Wales , United Kingdom Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager \# 2025-161909 Apply with one click Any questions ? **Job Description** Job Summary To manage design engineer(s) on a number of modules that will provide design solutions from initial concept through to product manufacture. Scope of Responsibilities The scope of responsibilities could cover the entire project or a module of the project, and the team size varies accordingly. Also responsible for the checking of all applicable mechanical design work to meet company, airframer, regulatory and customer requirements Key Responsibilities and Duties  To aid in the development of new product designs and their structure in the PLM system  To manage the product maturity and development in the PLM system  To lead the design effort for packages of work or modules and to develop and manage the tasks and deliverables of a team of design engineers  To maintain the engineering quality and integrity of the work produced within their module(s), work package(s) or project  To design check the modules (2D, 3D, EBoMs) against internal standards and be responsible for the technical accuracy of designs prior to processing for release  Responsible for the design and detail modelling of a variety of suite components in order to meet the customer, regulatory and OEM requirements  To monitor, manage and meet the cost and weight targets  Expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers and suppliers as well as to manage data transfer as required for product development or other needs  Organise and participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process. Ensure that all necessary follow up actions are taken.  To ensure the selection and application of materials and processes are appropriate to each design element and are in line with standards, materials and processes guides  Ensure the successful integration of each of their module(s) within the product as a whole  Manage design changes as required to support manufacturing/production, customers, quality, and certification  Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines and lessons learnt as laid out in the Design Engineering Hub & business management systems  Generate and/or revise specifications as required  Coach, mentor and develop less experienced design engineers (apprentices, graduates etc.)  To work towards achieving design signatory status  Responsible for the management and control of daily attendance, holidays for your team including absence management  Assisting in recruitment of team members as and when required **Job Requirements** Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications Qualified to a minimum of degree in a Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural Engineering field. Alternatively a HNC/HND or an equivalent qualification in Mechanical / Aerospace / Structural Engineering apprenticeship, with extensive experience in mechanical systems design, developing concept and detailing engineering solutions Essential Highly Proficient with experience in CATIA V5 (or other 3D CAD packages) and Product Life Management (PLM) Systems Essential Ability to plan and schedule design activities across multiple design modules Essential The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements. Essential A working knowledge of these main methods of manufacture sheet metal fabrication, plastics vacuum forming, CNC machining Essential Ability to read mechanical design drawings and specifications Essential Experience using project management tools Desirable Proven experience supervising a team Mechanical Design engineers Desirable Experienced in working with Boeing and Airbus specifications for interiors design or other equivalent OEM specifications Desirable Experience in new model introduction Desirable Design signatory/approver Desirable Competencies, Behaviours and Skills Strong problem solving ability to support on complex programmes Essential Good communicator liaising with customers/airframers/suppliers and integrated programme team on a daily basis. Able to clearly define expectations and gain understanding Essential Ability to advice and influence across functions. Desirable This role is subject to pre-employment checks, including but not limited to criminal record checks. While having unspent convictions may not necessarily prevent you from being employed, you are required to disclose any unspent convictions during the recruitment process. Only candidates who successfully pass these checks will be considered for employment. **But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)** What We'll Offer • As a valued member of our team, these are just a few of the benefits you'll receive: • 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) • Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%. • Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members. • Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme • 4 x Life Assurance • Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection. • Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme • Annual share save schemes. • Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements • Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth. Benefit from support through Safran University and our internal Training and Development Schools • Get involved in our corporate social responsibility activities from sustainability initiatives, charity and fundraising, volunteering days, or supporting STEM activities at local schools and colleges nurturing the next generation of talent **Company Information** Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world. **Locate your future workplace** Llantarnam Industrial ParkNP44 3HQ Cwmbran Wales United Kingdom Safran is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.