Mechanical Designer - Test Systems Engineering

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to support our TSE (Test Systems Engineering) team in the Czech Republic. The role involves designing hardware for our engine test facilities. The designer will also work independently and advise external design companies on GE Aerospace specifications. Responsibilities include project management, design changes, and communication with internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency in 3D modelling, and mechanical design assessments is required.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Support the TSE Team in the design of hardware needed to support engine testing, ranging from simple components to entire new test support systems.
• Create designs supporting our customer requirements or act as an advisor to external design companies, guiding them on GE Aerospace specifications and best practices. Oversee and guide the manufacturing of designed components to ensure they meet requirements.
• Assist the TSE team in design tasks, ensuring that all projects comply with GE Aerospace Design Practices to drive and improve quality and safety.
• Engage in communication with internal stakeholders including our colleagues from Italy, Germany and US.
• Coordinate and oversee current project schedules, improve and update project tracking visual management, and perform project management tasks, covering the entire process of design change approvals.
• Present accurate project deliverables to stakeholders, escalating issues and proposing solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Analyze and interpret design data and effectively communicate and explain the findings.
• Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews.

• Advanced experience in mechanical design with proficiency in 3D modelling ( we are using Siemens NX and ANSYS)
• Ability to conduct analysis, including analytical bolt assessments, hand calculations, stack-ups, welded joints and consideration of tolerances within the design.
• Project management skills, including coordination with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of Czech is advantageous but not required.
• Ability to work independently and seek advice when needed.

• Experience with structural mechanics and free body diagrams.
• Proficiency in stress analysis (Finite Element Modelling) using ANSYS, including LCF (Low Cycle Fatigue) and HCF (High Cycle Fatigue).
• Experience in dynamic assessments, including rotor dynamics and Campbell diagrams.

• Annual Bonus to every full time position in professional band and higher
• Monthly contribution 6% from your base salary into your Cafeteria or Pension/Life Insurance
• Additional Monthly contribution 600 CZK into Cafeteria for hourly employees and professional and lead professional band
• Meal vouchers (100 CZK/per day) fully covered by employer

• Fresh vegetable and fruit in the workplace twice a week
• Contribution to Multisport card - so you can do sports every day almost anywhere in the Czech Republic
• Health Days - massages, medical specialists, trainings, yoga mornings, vitamin packages and other
• Private gym in the building (just for us)
• Sportsmatches (football, volleyball, ...)
• Two weeks of paid timeoff above local law minimum (6 weeks of paid time off in total)