Fixed-Term Contract – CAD Designer – Mechanical Design

• Generate manufacturable and assemblable mechanical part concepts
• Create 3D models, assemblies, and dimensioned and toleranced drawings for launcher components and associated tooling
• Create preliminary and reference 3D models of launcher components and handling equipment
• Produce detailed, toleranced drawings that comply with technical specifications
• Apply functional dimensioning and tolerance stack‑up principles
• Design mechanical parts and assemblies for launcher development
• Refine existing concepts to ensure manufacturability, integration, and robustness
• Account for mechanical, thermal, assembly, and maintenance constraints
• Collaborate with analysis, production, and integration engineers
• Adapt CAD models based on field feedback and manufacturing constraints
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to technical decisions
• Maintain documentation for drawings and models
• Comply with internal validation and archiving procedures
• Contribute to the structuring of technical data as part of the deployment of a SolidWorks-related PLM project
• Participate in the production of mechanical subassemblies
• Develop functional clearances and integration methods for prototypes
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards

Requirements

• Technical degree in industrial drafting, precision fitting, or mechanical design (BTS, DUT, professional bachelor's degree, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mechanical design within a demanding environment (aerospace, space, critical components, tooling, or mechanical structures)
• Experience designing structures, mechanisms, or tooling
• Proficiency in CAD principles and functional dimensioning
• Practical experience in 3D modeling and producing toleranced drawings
• Good understanding of integration and manufacturability challenges
• Familiarity with a CAD tool such as SolidWorks or equivalent
• Technical English required
• Thoroughness and strong attention to detail
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly
• Responsiveness and adaptability in a fast-growing environment

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design, including 3D modeling, toleranced drawings, and CAD principles, with a strong focus on manufacturability and integration challenges. Proficient in collaborating within multidisciplinary teams and communicating technical concepts effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Mechanical Design
• 3D Modeling
• Toleranced Drawings
• SolidWorks
• Technical English

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Design
• 3D Modeling
• Toleranced Drawings
• Functional Dimensioning
• CAD Principles
• Integration Methods
• Manufacturability Challenges
• Dimensioning and Tolerance Stack-Up
• Design Reviews
• Technical Documentation

Soft Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Collaborative Mindset
• Clear Communication
• Responsiveness
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• Technical Degree in Industrial Drafting
• Professional Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Design

Industry Keywords

• Aerospace
• Space
• Critical Components
• Tooling
• Mechanical Structures

Tools & Technologies

• SolidWorks
• PLM Software