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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mechanism Design Engineer - **Company:** PLD Space - **Location:** Spain - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Siemens NX - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobleads.com/es/job/ea29b1e131316a07fb094ad45e6123304 ## About the Role * +3Y of parametric modelling design (Siemens NX) and PDM tools (Teamcenter). * Knowledge in dimensioning and tolerancing of aerospace parts (ASME Y14.5, ISO 1101 standards). * Experience in mechanism design applications and standard components selection (bearings, actuators, transmissions, etc.). * Be familiar with different manufacturing technologies (such as machining, forming, welding, composite hand lamination, etc.)., * Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering Bachelor's degree or demonstrable relevant experience in lieu thereof. * Minimum 5 years of relevant technical experience in aerospace industry or equivalent as a Mechanisms Design Engineer. * Knowledge in selection and application of design criteria and rules, materials, strengths, and other mechanical properties, according to the loading conditions, working environment, etc. * Knowledge in stack-up analysis and kinematic of mechanisms. * High degree of CAD competence and PDM tools. * Mechanisms design of rockets or satellites. * Knowledge of applicable standards, such as Space Mechanisms ECSS Engineering Standards (ECSS-S-ST-33). * Experience in design of components that operate under extreme conditions (cryogenics, high temperature, vibration, etc.). * Knowledge of the standards related to corrosion protection and common surface treatments. * Be familiar with aerospace grade component design, common lightweight metallic and non-metallic alloys and materials. * Self-motivated and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, dealing with situations that are constrained by time and managing different tasks at once. * Able to work autonomously with little supervision. ## Description * Mechanism design and its mechanical components, from the concept definition to the detailed design, performing also the standard components selection, such as fasteners, bearings, etc. * Functional analysis, kinematic of mechanisms and clash analysis, as well as material selection in accordance with operating conditions, environment, etc. * Research of locking and releasing systems, rotating mechanisms, etc. that will operate in vacuum and under extreme thermal ranges. * Selection and integration of actuators, electronic components and pneumatic systems according to the specifications, interacting with all competent departments. * Generation of engineering documentation: 3D models, drawings, bill of materials, weight reports, MCI, technical reports, engineering change notes for the complete definition of detailed parts, assemblies and installation manuals. * Interaction with other engineering departments to perform the assigned tasks to obtain the required information (Stress, M&P, Testing, Propulsion, Avionics, etc.) also providing input to Manufacturing and Supply Chain departments under request. * Meet the product specifications, subsystem requirements and interface definition during all product design stages, including: prototyping, testing, qualification and mass production. * Participate in periodic design review meetings dealing with Supply Chain and Manufacturing for the achievement of requirements, specifications, feasibility, delivery time and cost. * Continuous improvement research, performance and weight optimisation of the design solutions. * Identify and recommend opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency. * Complete the assigned tasks "on time, on quality, on cost". ## Related Videos - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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