Mechanical Design Engineer

Hourly Rate: £54 - £64p/h Inside IR35 - We are booking interviews Please call or email for a slot

Contract Length: 6 Months - Likely To Extend !

Key

Skills:

Mechanical Design Engineer, Creo, Windchill, Defence, Aerospace, CAD

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Design Engineer and Drive Mechanical Engineering to New Heights!

As a distinguished leader in the engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we're looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to our continued success.

So, what will you be doing as a Mechanical Design Engineer?

• Develop innovative, robust mechanical design solutions from requirements and design briefs
• Produce concept and detailed designs using CREO Parametric CAD
• Perform supporting calculations and analysis to justify design decisions
• Collaborate with SMEs, Users, and Design Authorities (Lethality & Physical Design)
• Work within a team of engineers to deliver integrated sub-system solutions
• Support CAD engineers in producing drawings and design data packs
• Create and present Design Review packs to senior engineers and governance forums
• Support prototyping, manufacture, and purchasing activities
• Conduct physical testing and design proving of prototypes
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, programme safety requirements, and legislation

• Proven experience in the defence industry, specifically with Armoured Fighting Vehicles and associated systems (e.g. Survivability, Lethality, Structures, Communications, Sights & Sensors)
• Strong mechanical design background with full lifecycle experience from concept
• Experience designing complex mechanisms and linkages
• In-depth working knowledge of CREO CAD (parametric modelling)
• Experience using Windchill PDM
• Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations
• Knowledge of materials (armoured and non-armoured), surface treatments, and finishing processes
• Track record of delivering designs for harsh operational environments
• High attention to detail and strong engineering documentation skills
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and problem-solve independently and within a team
• Aerospace and/or military platform design experience
• Previous work on safety-critical or high-integrity mechanical systems

So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Mechanical Design Engineer, hit that apply button now!

Showcase your expertise and passion for Mechanical Design Engineer. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and enthusiasm for joining our team in Bedford.

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