Factory Layout Expert - Aerospace Manufacturing

Context & Mission
Greenfield project to design a new factory for mechanical components in the aerospace sector.
The consultant will lead the full layout design from scratch, integrating equipment constraints, optimising logistics flows, and sizing storage and buffer areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Design full factory layout (macro to detailed Workstation level) using tools such as AutoCAD
• Integrate equipment constraints (footprint, utilities, safety, maintenance access)
• Optimise internal logistics flows (raw materials, WIP, finished goods)
• Size buffer zones, storage areas, and warehouses based on production needs
• Build and compare layout scenarios using quantitative performance criteria
• Ensure compliance with safety, ergonomic, fire, and aerospace standards
• Collaborate with engineering, production, logistics, HSE, suppliers, and architects
• Deliver 2D/3D layouts, flow diagrams, and documentation for decision-making

Required Skills & Experience

• 8-10 years in industrial layout design/factory planning
• Strong experience on greenfield (new factory) projects
• Background in aerospace, automotive, or precision manufacturing
• Advanced AutoCAD + one layout/simulation tool (Factory Design Suite, CATIA, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of flow optimisation (VSM, spaghetti diagrams, simulation)
• Lean manufacturing applied to layout (cells, pull flow, Mizusumashi, etc.)
• Experience with material handling systems (AGV, conveyors, cranes, racking)
• Ability to size logistics zones (inventory, throughput, ergonomics)