Mechanical Design Engineer

Summary: Our Client is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract role focused on the detailed mechanical design of a cryogenic turbo-pump system in the Space Sector. The position requires expertise in turbo-machinery design and proficiency in CAD systems. The role is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is initially set for a duration of 6 months. The successful candidate will lead design efforts from conceptual sketches to final product qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Translate mean-line turbo-machinery designs into fully defined CAD models and technical drawings
• Develop high-integrity mechanical designs of components such as inducers, impellers, volutes, housings, and shaft assemblies
• Select materials compatible with cryogenic and thermally dynamic environments
• Specify geometries and tolerances using ISO GPS standards
• Select and size COTS components ensuring compatibility with operating conditions
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to ensure ease of production, assembly, inspection, and maintenance
• Lead design efforts from conceptual sketches through prototype builds to final qualified product

Key Skills:

• Experience in turbo-machinery and/or rotating equipment design
• Proficiency with CAD and PLM systems, preferably SolidWorks + PDM
• Hands-on experience in prototyping and design validation
• Strong communication skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration
• System-level thinking and capability to manage trade-offs in performance and reliability

Salary (Rate): £78 per hour

City: Copenhagen

Country: Denmark

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Our Client is currently seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in a contract position. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the detailed mechanical design of a cryogenic turbo-pump system for the Space Sector. Some key information regarding the opportunity is as follows:

Rate: €70-€90 per hour

Duration: 6 months initially

Location: Copenhagen, Denmark

Responsibilities:

• Translate mean-line turbo-machinery designs into fully defined CAD models and technical drawings
• Develop high-integrity mechanical designs of components such as inducers, impellers, volutes, housings, and shaft assemblies
• Select materials compatible with cryogenic and thermally dynamic environments
• Specify geometries and tolerances using ISO GPS standards
• Select and size COTS components ensuring compatibility with operating conditions
• Apply DFM/DFA principles to ensure ease of production, assembly, inspection, and maintenance
• Lead design efforts from conceptual sketches through prototype builds to final qualified product

Qualifications and Experience:

• Experience in turbo-machinery and/or rotating equipment design
• Proficiency with CAD and PLM systems, preferably SolidWorks + PDM
• Hands-on experience in prototyping and design validation
• Strong communication skills for cross-disciplinary collaboration
• System-level thinking and capability to manage trade-offs in performance and reliability

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