Lead Mechanical Engineer - CREO Expert for Defence

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd based in Ampthill is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a 6 month contract. You will lead design activities using CREO CAD to develop robust mechanical solutions for defence/industrial automation, including sub-system integration and prototyping support.

The role requires experience in complex mechanism design, structural/kinematic calculations, and collaboration with SMEs and authorities to ensure safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in the design and development of mechanical products.
• Experience in defence or industrial automation.
• In-depth knowledge of CREO CAD and using it for designs.
• Extensive knowledge of complex mechanism design and principles.
• Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust design solutions from requirements and briefs that are compliant and fit for purpose.
• Use CREO Parametric CAD for concept and detail designs.
• Produce supporting calculations and analysis to justify design decisions.
• Collaborate with SMEs, Users, and Lethality/Physical Design Authorities on concept design solutions.
• Work with a team of Design Engineers to develop a single sub-system design solution.
• Coordinate with CAD engineers to enable drawings and data packs.
• Create and present Design Review data packs to Senior Engineers and Governors.
• Assist with prototype production and confirm designs with manufacturing/purchasing teams.
• Perform physical testing and design proving activities on engineering prototypes.
• Ensure components and assemblies adhere to industry and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical design

CREO CAD

Defence/automation

Mechanism design

Calculations (kinematic/structural)

Harsh environments

Team coordination

Tools

CREO CAD

Job description

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd based in Ampthill is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a 6 month contract. You will lead design activities using CREO CAD to develop robust mechanical solutions for defence/industrial automation, including sub-system integration and prototyping support.

The role requires experience in complex mechanism design, structural/kinematic calculations, and collaboration with SMEs and authorities to ensure safety and compliance.