Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer Location: Filton, Bristol (100% Onsite) Hours: 35 Hours per Week (4.5 Day Working Week) Contract: Until July 2027 with Potential Extension Clearance: BPSS Clearance Required Pay Rate: £46.00 per hour Umbrella / £34.39 per hour PAYE Our client is seeking a Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer to join a highly skilled engineering team based in Filton.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative, multinational design environment, contributing to the development and support of advanced aircraft programmes and future aerospace technologies.
As part of a dynamic engineering team, you will play a key role in the design, validation, and development of fuel system installation components across a diverse aircraft portfolio.
You will work closely with stakeholders, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions while supporting ongoing product improvements and fleet development activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the full design lifecycle from concept through to production and manufacturing support.
- Design and validate fuel system installation components and assemblies, ensuring optimum weight, cost, quality, and safety.
- Produce and deliver manufacturing and assembly definition documentation.
- Conduct technical studies, investigations, and trade-off activities to support engineering solutions.
- Develop design concepts for product improvements and future technologies.
- Support modification programmes, in-service fleet activities, and manufacturing operations.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong experience using CATIA V5 .
- Experience with configuration management and design tools such as PASS, DPDS, VPM, ICC/ACP .
- Proven 3D CAD design experience.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Proactive, adaptable approach with a strong focus on delivery and collaboration.
Desirable Experience
- Aerospace industry experience preferred.
- Previous experience within fuel systems is advantageous but not essential.
- Candidates with experience in hydraulic systems , landing gear , or other mechanical aircraft systems are encouraged to apply.
If you are an experienced Design Engineer looking to contribute to cutting-edge aerospace projects while developing your expertise within a world-class engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this opportunity further.