Design Engineer (d/f/m) (H/F) - AEROSTACK GMBH

BIPOLARPLATE CAD DESIGN ENGINEER at Aerostack, a joint venture between Airbus and an automotive company focused on zero‑emission aircraft development. The role is critical to the successful development of PEM fuel cell stack technology and reports operationally and functionally to HO Engineering.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure timely creation and release of CAD drawings in accordance with Aerostack standards and configuration management requirements.
• Deliver assigned sub‑work packages on time and in full compliance with all project and Aerostack standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the technical development of fuel cell stack components, parts, jigs, and tools.
• Define, cascade, and manage requirements for stack components and associated tooling.
• Create advanced, parameterised CAD models that adhere to relevant standards, incorporating mass, volume calculations, and assembly checks.
• Define and perform mechanical analyses (thermal, fluid mechanical, mechanical, electrical) and dimensioning of parts.
• Perform detailed tolerance calculations and prepare CAD models for subsequent CAE calculations.

Standards, Documentation, and Configuration

• Apply relevant Aerostack and aeronautical standards and processes to all work.
• Prepare and release manufacturing drawings and essential engineering documents, such as bills of material (BOM).
• Ensure adherence to established part‑numbering and release systems.
• Support configuration management and maintain best practices within SAP.
• Actively participate in D‑FMEAs and P‑FMEAs, emphasizing quality and safety.

Prototyping, Validation, and Technology Advancement

• Coordinate the procurement, manufacturing, and assembly of components, parts, jigs, and tools.
• Propose and support validation and verification (V&V) activities.
• Work toward advanced stack technology to achieve TRL 5 and beyond, supporting industrialization of stack components.
• Coordinate, control, monitor, and document sub‑work packages.

Collaboration and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain close cooperation with the Component Responsible Engineer (CRE), project leads, and cross‑functional partners (Supply Chain Management, Cost Engineering, Quality).
• Continuously improve engineering procedures, design guides, and methods.
• Conduct patent and literature research relevant to fuel cell technology.

Required Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Aerospace experience is a plus, but experts from automotive, maritime, or commercial fuel cell sectors are encouraged to apply.
• Expertise in CAD‑based design of bipolar plates.
• Substantial professional background in fuel cell stack development.
• Expertise with 3D‑CAD tools (e.g., Catia, 3DX).
• Ability to understand and interpret FEM and CFD simulation results.
• Competence in programming (e.g., Python).
• Proficiency in both English and German (fluent).
• Mindset: pragmatic, simplicity‑oriented, adaptable to multidisciplinary, multicultural environments, and possessing a can‑do attitude with a strong drive for execution.

What Do We Offer

• Challenging tasks with unique services and products.
• Professional and international working environment.
• Comprehensive onboarding and extensive company training (eLearning and classroom).
• Flexible working hours and work‑family balance.
• Competitive remuneration, pension scheme, employee stock options, and discounted car leasing.
• Convenient public transport connections and on‑site catering facilities.

Employment Details

• Company: Aerostack GmbH
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Experience Level: Professional
• Job Family: System Installation

EEO Statement

Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all.