Mechanical Design Engineer

Role overview

ZeroAvia is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to help create, develop, and sustain intricate mechanical designs and CAD data. The role works closely with engineering teams across functions and is best suited to someone who is proactive, technically capable, and confident working with 3D CAD, GD&T, and engineering discussions while continuing to grow their expertise.

As part of a team building a clean-aviation future, you will contribute to technologies aimed at zero-emission flight that remain commercially viable and technically advanced.

CAD design and ownership

• Take responsibility for CAD design work and the related data for assigned components and assemblies, with support when needed.
• Build detailed 3D CAD models for parts and assemblies, with NX as the preferred tool.
• Prepare accurate 2D production drawings that follow ASME standards and any relevant regulatory requirements.
• Keep CAD and engineering assets updated within the PLM environment, such as Teamcenter or a comparable system.
• Help develop CAD-based solutions to address technical issues across several projects.

Engineering and analysis

• Use a strong understanding of GD&T, materials, surface finishes, and manufacturing methods.
• Show awareness of stress analysis principles and how they influence design choices.
• Assist with simulation or analysis work when needed, including mechanical, stress, thermal, or fluid analysis.
• Ensure designs are aligned with aerospace regulatory expectations where relevant.

Cross-functional collaboration

• Take part in design reviews and contribute to technical conversations.
• Work with internal stakeholders, external partners, and manufacturing teams to ensure design intent is clearly understood.
• Support manufacturing liaison activities, helping resolve design issues during part production and updating drawings where required.

Experience and qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Typically 3 to 5+ years of industry experience is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools, ideally NX.
• Good working knowledge of GD&T in line with ASME.
• Experience using Teamcenter PLM or a similar platform.
• Knowledge of materials, finishes, and manufacturing processes, including additive manufacturing.
• Experience with fuel-cell-related systems is an advantage.
• Ability to produce high-quality CAD models and mechanical drawings.

Benefits

• Private health and dental cover, including the option to add family members.
• Mental health support through trained Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programmes, and wellbeing resources.
• Free lunch and healthy snacks at work.
• Access to sports, games, and culture clubs, including running, cycling, padel, trivia, theatre, and gardening.
• Stock options.
• 25 days of holiday, plus public holidays and extra days for long service.
• Free EV charging and membership in the EV Club.
• Salary sacrifice options for EV Club, Curry's Tech, and Cycle to Work.
• Weekly spot bonuses.
• Income protection and legal support.
• Relocation support.

Workplace

This role is based at the Global HQ at Cotswold Airport near Cirencester, England, with good access to the M4 and M5. The workplace is described as fast-moving and built by engineers for engineers.

Diversity and inclusion

ZeroAvia is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes people from diverse backgrounds. The company values a wide range of skills, perspectives, and experiences, and does not tolerate discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.