Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer

Fuel Systems Installation Design Engineer

Location: Filton, Bristol (100% Onsite) Hours: 35 Hours per Week (4.5 Day Working Week) Contract Length: Until July 2027 with Potential Extension Clearance: BPSS Clearance Required Pay Rate: £46.00 per hour Umbrella / £34.39 per hour PAYEOur Aerospace 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.

This vacancy is being advertised by Belcan