Lead Structural Design Engineer
- Mississauga, ON, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Experience
- 8 10 years experience (Check in the JD)
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Title: Lead Structural Design Engineer
Location: Mississauga, ON
Aero Domain Exp & Onsite & offshore Co-ordination (Must have).
Open for FTE or contract
Can sponsor visa for USC if open to relocate.
Skills Required
Structural Design,ENOVIA,Configuration Control,Materials Testing,Design,Engineering Change Order (ECO),Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Desirable Skills
Structural Design,ENOVIA,Configuration Control,Materials Testing,Design,Engineering Change Order (ECO),Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Designation
Associate
Primary Keywords (Must-Have)
The Onsite Engineer / Coordinator serves as the critical link between the client s engineering team and the offshore delivery team for aerospace structural design projects. This role ensures seamless coordination, compliance with aerospace standards, and timely delivery of high-quality engineering outputs across aircraft programs.
Key Responsibilities
Client Interface & Coordination
Coordinate design and development of aircraft structural components (fuselage, wing, empennage, interiors, etc.)
Ensure Compliance With Aerospace Standards Such As
Work Within Client PLM Systems Such As
Support issue resolution related to CAD/PLM workflows
Change Management & MRB Support
Coordinate engineering changes (ECR/ECO) and ensure proper implementation
Disposition of non-conformances (Use-As-Is, Repair, Rework)
Ensure timely closure of design queries and shop floor issues
Manufacturing & Production Support
Interface with manufacturing teams for build issues and design clarifications
Support concession handling and deviation management
Ensure producibility and manufacturability of designs
Project Tracking & Delivery
Track deliverables, schedules, and milestones
Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks
Provide daily/weekly status reports to stakeholders
Ensure adherence to SLAs and KPIs
Quality & Compliance
Ensure deliverables meet aerospace quality standards
Participate in design reviews, audits, and compliance checks
Maintain documentation traceability and configuration control
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education
Bachelor s / master s degree in aerospace / mechanical engineering
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of:
Aircraft structures and materials (metallic & sheet metal)
Structural design principles and load paths
Stress analysis fundamentals
Hands-on Experience With
CATIA (mandatory)
ENOVIA
Drawing standards and GD&T
Domain Knowledge
Familiarity With
Aircraft certification requirements (FAR/CS 25)
Engineering change processes (ECR/ECO)
MRB and concession workflows
Soft Skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management
Ability to work in onsite-offshore delivery models
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to handle high-pressure project environments
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working with OEM programs
Experience in digital mock-up (DMU) and clash analysis
Engineering Changement Notes, Charnge request etc.
Key Deliverables
Accurate and timely coordination of structural design deliverables
Zero-defect quality in drawings/models released to client
Effective closure of design queries and MRB issues
Seamless communication between onsite and offshore teams
Typical Work Environment
Client-facing role at OEM or Tier-1 supplier location
Collaboration with global engineering teams
Skill Matrix -
Skills
Years of Experience & in which Project
Total relevant experience in Aerospace Structural Design.
No. of years of experience in CATIA V5 3D modeling (not general 3D CAD experience).
Experience in CATIA drafting/drawings creation.
ENOVIA usage experience
Location: Mississauga, ON
Aero Domain Exp & Onsite & offshore Co-ordination (Must have).
Open for FTE or contract
Can sponsor visa for USC if open to relocate.
Skills Required
Structural Design,ENOVIA,Configuration Control,Materials Testing,Design,Engineering Change Order (ECO),Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Desirable Skills
Structural Design,ENOVIA,Configuration Control,Materials Testing,Design,Engineering Change Order (ECO),Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Designation
Associate
Primary Keywords (Must-Have)
- Aerospace Structural Design Engineer,
- Aircraft Structural Design Engineer,
- Structural Design (Aerospace),
- Airframe Structural Design,
- Aircraft Structures Engineer,
- Aerospace Structures Engineer,
- Structural Design & Analysis,
- Aircraft Structure Design,
- CATIA V5
- Enovia
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing),
- Manufacturing Drawings / Detail Design,
- Design Validation & Verification,
- Airframe Design
- Fuselage / Wing / Empennage Structures
- Aerospace Manufacturing Support
- Structural Integrity
- Aircraft Component Design
- 8 10 years experience (Check in the JD)
- Senior Engineer / Lead Engineer (only if aligned with JD level)
The Onsite Engineer / Coordinator serves as the critical link between the client s engineering team and the offshore delivery team for aerospace structural design projects. This role ensures seamless coordination, compliance with aerospace standards, and timely delivery of high-quality engineering outputs across aircraft programs.
Key Responsibilities
Client Interface & Coordination
- Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for the client s structural engineering team
- Coordinate daily interactions with client stakeholders (Design, Stress, MRB, Manufacturing teams)
- Translate client requirements into actionable inputs for offshore teams
- Participate in technical reviews, design discussions, and program meetings
Coordinate design and development of aircraft structural components (fuselage, wing, empennage, interiors, etc.)
Ensure Compliance With Aerospace Standards Such As
- FAR/CS regulations
- Company-specific design practices (e.g., ABD, BAC, DHC standards)
- 2D drawings and 3D models
- Stress analysis reports
- Modification packages and concessions
- Individaully Execute the tasks based on the requirements
- Support on the Enovia upload/download/ links creation etc.
Work Within Client PLM Systems Such As
- CATIA (V5/V6)
- ENOVIA
- Teamcenter (if applicable)
Support issue resolution related to CAD/PLM workflows
Change Management & MRB Support
Coordinate engineering changes (ECR/ECO) and ensure proper implementation
Disposition of non-conformances (Use-As-Is, Repair, Rework)
Ensure timely closure of design queries and shop floor issues
Manufacturing & Production Support
Interface with manufacturing teams for build issues and design clarifications
Support concession handling and deviation management
Ensure producibility and manufacturability of designs
Project Tracking & Delivery
Track deliverables, schedules, and milestones
Identify risks, dependencies, and bottlenecks
Provide daily/weekly status reports to stakeholders
Ensure adherence to SLAs and KPIs
Quality & Compliance
Ensure deliverables meet aerospace quality standards
Participate in design reviews, audits, and compliance checks
Maintain documentation traceability and configuration control
Required Skills & Qualifications
Education
Bachelor s / master s degree in aerospace / mechanical engineering
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of:
Aircraft structures and materials (metallic & sheet metal)
Structural design principles and load paths
Stress analysis fundamentals
Hands-on Experience With
CATIA (mandatory)
ENOVIA
Drawing standards and GD&T
Domain Knowledge
Familiarity With
Aircraft certification requirements (FAR/CS 25)
Engineering change processes (ECR/ECO)
MRB and concession workflows
Soft Skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management
Ability to work in onsite-offshore delivery models
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to handle high-pressure project environments
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience working with OEM programs
Experience in digital mock-up (DMU) and clash analysis
Engineering Changement Notes, Charnge request etc.
Key Deliverables
Accurate and timely coordination of structural design deliverables
Zero-defect quality in drawings/models released to client
Effective closure of design queries and MRB issues
Seamless communication between onsite and offshore teams
Typical Work Environment
Client-facing role at OEM or Tier-1 supplier location
Collaboration with global engineering teams
Skill Matrix -
Skills
Years of Experience & in which Project
Total relevant experience in Aerospace Structural Design.
No. of years of experience in CATIA V5 3D modeling (not general 3D CAD experience).
Experience in CATIA drafting/drawings creation.
ENOVIA usage experience
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Lead Structural Design Engineer acts as the critical link between the client's engineering team and the offshore delivery team, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and timely delivery of engineering outputs. Key responsibilities include client interface, structural design coordination, and project tracking.
Requirements
Candidates must have a bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering and possess strong technical skills in aircraft structures and materials. A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in aerospace structural design and proficiency in CATIA V5 are required.
Skills
- Structural Design
- ENOVIA
- Configuration Control
- Materials Testing
- Design
- Engineering Change Order
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Aircraft Structures
- Stress Analysis
- CATIA V5
- GD&T
- Manufacturing Drawings
- Design Validation
- Aerospace Standards
- Change Management
- MRB Support
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- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Technology
Keywords
- Lead Structural Design Engineer
- Aerospace
- Structural Design
- ENOVIA
- Configuration Control
- Materials Testing
- Engineering Change Order
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Aircraft Structural Design
- Airframe Design
- Stress Analysis
- CATIA V5
- GD&T
- Manufacturing Drawings
- Design Validation
- Aerospace Standards
- Change Management
- MRB Support
- Fuselage
- Wing
- Empennage
- Design Reviews
- Quality Assurance
- Documentation
- Client Coordination
- Offshore Delivery
- Technical Reviews
- Design Discussions
- Project Tracking
- Risk Management