Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace)

TL;DR

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace): Designing and optimizing gas turbine components for turbojet and turbofan programs with an accent on mechanical integrity, weight reduction, and manufacturability. Focus on developing high-precision rotary and static systems, conducting FMECA, and implementing GD&T standards.

Location: Abu Dhabi, AE

Company

PowerTech (hirify.global) is a leading innovator in propulsion technologies, specializing in cutting-edge microjets, turbofan engines, and internal combustion engines.

What you will do

• Design and optimize gas turbine static and rotary systems, including compressors, turbines, shafts, and bearing systems.
• Define assembly procedures and execute Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) tasks.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and establish manufacturing guidelines.
• Perform FMECA (Failure Mode, Effects, and Criticality Analysis) to ensure safety and operability.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide constructive feedback on designs and simulations.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.

Requirements

• Degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5-15+ years of experience in gas turbine propulsion, mechanical design, and heat transfer.
• Proficiency in design software such as Solidworks, Siemens NX, or similar.
• Experience with PLM tools like Teamcenter, Windchill, or similar.
• Knowledge of FEA or lower-order simulation methods.
• English: Fluent (C1) required.

Nice to have

• Experience in programming using C, Matlab/Simulink, or similar.
• Experience with FRACAS (Failure Reporting, Analysis, & Corrective Action System) activities.
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art materials, aerodynamics, and structural mechanics.

Culture & Benefits

• Work with a leading innovator in propulsion systems.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact aerospace programs (microjets, turbofans).
• Collaborative environment focused on precision engineering and rigorous testing.