Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Stevenage (mostly onsite)



Duration: 12 month contract



Rate: £50ph UMB (Inside IR35)



Role details:

Our client, a prominent player in the Defence and Security sector, is currently seeking a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team on a contract basis in Stevenage. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be involved with Europe's leading Missile Systems Designer. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will engage in various engineering activities, supporting the transition of developmental designs into production environments and collaborating with suppliers on technical queries.



Key Responsibilities:



Carrying out mechanical design and proving activities for prime and variant products, including piece parts and assemblies

Supporting and liaising with manufacturing to resolve problems and defects

Assisting with functional and environmental testing and trials

Interacting with suppliers and purchasing to address technical queries

Planning and reporting on daily activities to meet project milestones

Clarifying and helping to generate requirements, challenging unnecessary requirements to reduce lead time, unit production cost, and design complexity



Job Requirements:



Experience using the Creo 3D design tool

Understanding of various manufacturing processes and tolerance studies

Knowledge of environmental testing, mass property calculations, and material selection

Proficiency in FMEA, design for manufacture/assembly, and environmental gasket sealing

Experience with structural design, defence standards, and review processes

Familiarity with product lifecycles and industrial validation

Ability to work as part of a multifunctional engineering team and participate in or host design reviews

An appreciation of other engineering areas/domains



If you possess the required skill set and are looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to the Defence and Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Stevenage and make a significant impact on challenging projects