Job Description
On behalf of our globally respected client who develop cutting-edge technologies that deliver clean, safe and competitive solutions to meet the planet's vital power needs we are looking for a Mechanical Design Consultant - Gas Turbines for a 12 month contract based in Derby. \n\nJob description - The Role: \n\nWe are seeking a Mechanical Design Consultant to lead the development of a strategic whitepaper and drive high-level planning for process and technology improvements within the repair design function for civil gas turbine engines. This role involves facilitating strategic brainstorming sessions, aligning stakeholders across engineering and operations, and creating a clear, actionable programme roadmap to enhance efficiency, innovation, and long-term capability in repair design processes.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical leadership skills, experience in complex aerospace environments, and a proven track record in driving process transformation.\n\nResponsibilities:\n\nLead the development of a strategy whitepaper for repair design processes in civil gas turbine engines.\nFacilitate and lead strategic brainstorming sessions, road mapping, and programme planning workshops.\nDrive the end-to-end strategy process from concept through to industrialisation for component repair.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate IT software solutions, including AI and interface technologies, into repair design workflows.\nProduce high-quality technical reports and documentation to support strategic initiatives.\nEngage with stakeholders across large engineering organisations (e.g., BAE, JLR) to align on programme goals and timelines.\nEnsure compliance with BPSS and NDA requirements as needed.Essential Criteria:\n\nProven experience in technical programme design, ideally in aerospace or complex engineering environments.\nDemonstrated ability to develop and deliver technical strategies and whitepapers under tight timelines.\nStrong facilitation skills for brainstorming, roadmapping, and time-framing sessions.\nExperience with mechanical design and component repair design in a technical contextNext steps\n\nWe will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.\n\nIf you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.\n\nAMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business