Contract Mechanical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bedford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global defence organization seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer for a 6-month contract in Bedford. Ideal candidates will have experience in defence or aerospace sectors, with skills in Creo and Windchill. The role involves working on cutting-edge technology for armoured vehicles and requires SC clearance.

Benefits

4-day workweek

Cutting-edge project exposure

Modern on-site facilities

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical design experience in defence, aerospace, or AFV.
• Expert in CREO Parametric CAD.
• Eligible for SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for concept, design, development, and testing of mechanical components.
• Use Creo and Windchill for design validation and documentation.
• Design for harsh or safety-critical environments.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Creo

Windchill

Defence

Aerospace

Armoured Vehicles

PDM

CAD

Mechanical Engineering

SC Clearance

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Contract

KEY BULLET POINTS

• Mechanical Design Engineer – 6-month contract in Ampthill, Bedfordshire
• £55–£64 per hour (Inside IR35)
• 4-day workweek (Mon–Thu), 37.5 hours
• Experience with Creo, Windchill, AFV or Aerospace essential

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a leading global defence organisation working at the forefront of innovation in military engineering. Their Bedfordshire-based site delivers mission-critical technology and high-integrity mechanical design for armoured vehicles and aerospace platforms. Due to demand on a major programme, they are now seeking multiple Mechanical Design Engineers to join their growing team.

THE BENEFITS

• £55–£64 per hour (Inside IR35)
• 6-month contract (likely extensions)
• 4-day working week – site closed every Friday
• Cutting-edge defence and aerospace project exposure
• Modern on-site facilities
• Sole UK only (SC clearance required)

THE MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER ROLE

You’ll join a cross-functional team responsible for the concept, design, development and testing of mechanical components and assemblies for use in armoured vehicles and aerospace systems. Using Creo and Windchill, you will take responsibility for everything from concept creation through to design validation, documentation and prototyping.

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Proven mechanical design experience in defence, aerospace or AFV (Armoured Fighting Vehicles)
• Expert in CREO Parametric CAD
• Experienced with Windchill PDM systems
• Familiar with structural/kinematic calculations and mechanical tolerancing
• Able to design for harsh or safety-critical environments
• Understanding of materials, coatings, and manufacturing processes
• Must be a sole UK (due to security clearance requirements)
• Must be eligible for SC clearance

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at [e-mail]. For more info, call me on 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648.

By applying, you give consent for us to process and submit your application to our client for this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

Mechanical Design, Creo, Windchill, Defence, Aerospace, Armoured Vehicles, PDM, CAD, Mechanical Engineering, SC Clearance, NSD