Mechanical Design Engineer

CIBSE Journal; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBSE Journal is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in the United Kingdom. The role requires proven experience in mechanical product design, with CREO CAD expertise and ability to handle complex mechanism design under demanding environments.

Experience within defence or industrial automation is essential, and SC clearance will be required for this role. A strong track record of designing robust solutions for harsh environments will be highly valued.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and developing mechanical products.
• AFV domain experience is a strong advantage.
• Defence or industrial automation experience is essential.
• Proficient in CREO CAD for creating designs.
• Experience with complex mechanism design and principles.
• Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations.
• Experience designing for harsh environments in defence contexts.
• Attention to design detail and accuracy.

Skills

Mechanical design

AFV domain knowledge

Defence/automation experience

Kinematic calculations

Tools

CREO CAD

Job description

Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer.

The Mechanical Design Engineer role will require the following qualifications and skills as a minimum.

• Proven experience in the design and development of mechanical products, especially in Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV) domain seen as a huge advantage.
• Experience of working within the defence or industrial automation industry is essential.
• In–depth working knowledge of CREO CAD software and experience of using the tool to produce designs.
• Extensive knowledge of complex mechanism design and principles.
• Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations.
• Proven track record of successful design and product development for use in harsh environments.
• Understanding of current materials, treatments and finishing technology for use in defence products.
• Impeccable attention to design detail.
• Ability to plan, schedule, coordinate and problem solve effectively.

Please note SC clearance will be required for this role.