Senior Battery & Thermal Design Engineer for Electric Aircraft

Methodfi; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering aerospace company in Bristol is seeking an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer to enhance battery management systems for electric aircraft. You will design and develop critical components, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer eager to shape the future of aviation in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Benefits include generous holiday allowance, company performance bonuses, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company performance-based bonus

Company pension scheme

Breakfast daily

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical design experience with complex electro-mechanical systems.
• In-depth understanding of structural and thermal considerations.
• Experience within regulated engineering environments is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop battery module components for the Valo Energy Storage System.
• Support design release activities during prototype builds.
• Collaborate with teams for aircraft-level integration.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

CAD and PLM capability

Understanding of regulatory environments

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace or related engineering discipline

Tools

Dassault 3DX

CATIA

Job description

A pioneering aerospace company in Bristol is seeking an Advanced Mechanical Design Engineer to enhance battery management systems for electric aircraft. You will design and develop critical components, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer eager to shape the future of aviation in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Benefits include generous holiday allowance, company performance bonuses, and a supportive work culture.