Mechanical Design Engineer

Arden White Limited; Brixworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Arden White Limited seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer to support a leading Formula One organisation in Northamptonshire. You will contribute to the full product lifecycle, delivering high‑quality, robust mechanical solutions across advanced automotive programmes.

The role requires hands-on design, simulation exposure, and a proactive approach to problem solving in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a mechanical design engineering role within a technically challenging environment.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (Siemens NX desirable).
• Exposure to engineering simulation/analysis tools (mechanical, thermal, or fluid systems advantageous).
• Understanding of engineering first principles and mechanical design fundamentals.
• Experience or interest in hybrid/electric vehicle systems, including mechanical design and electrical packaging considerations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for motorsport and automotive programmes.
• Support engineering activities from concept through to end-of-life.
• Produce detailed designs for complex, highly loaded components.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and hand calculations to support design decisions.
• Ensure designs consider material selection, manufacturability, heat treatment, GD&T, and critical features.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Support testing activities: write test requests, review results, and produce technical reports.
• Assist with failure investigation and problem-solving activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering best practices.

Skills

Mechanical design experience

NX CAD

Simulation tools

Engineering fundamentals

EV systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

Finite element/thermal analysis tools

Job description

This amazing long term contract Mechanical Design Engineer contract with a leading Formula One organisation in Northamptonshire, is to support a range of high-performance, advanced technology programmes.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to world-class engineering projects in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

The Role

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will support the design and development of mechanical components and systems, contributing across the full product lifecycle — from concept through to validation and release.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, right-first-time engineering solutions across a variety of technically demanding projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies across motorsport and advanced automotive programmes
• Support engineering activities from clean sheet concept through to end-of-life
• Produce detailed designs for complex, highly loaded components
• Apply engineering fundamentals and hand calculations to support design decisions
• Ensure designs consider:
  • Material selection
  • Manufacturability & assembly
  • Heat treatment and surface finish requirements
  • GD&T and control of critical features
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers
• Support testing activities:
  • Writing test requests
  • Reviewing results
  • Producing technical reports
  • Assist with failure investigation and problem-solving activities
• Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering best practice

Skills & Experience

• Experience in a mechanical design engineering role within a technically challenging environment
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (Siemens NX desirable)
• Exposure to engineering simulation/analysis tools (mechanical, thermal, or fluid systems advantageous)
• Understanding of engineering first principles and mechanical design fundamentals
• Experience or interest in hybrid/electric vehicle systems, including:
  • Mechanical component design
  • Electrical packaging considerations
  • Knowledge in areas such as electric machines, inverters or battery systems would be beneficial

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above preferred)

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about engineering and high-performance technology
• Creative, curious, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
• Able to take ownership while working effectively within a team
• Strong communicator across different engineering disciplines
• Motivated by delivering high-quality results

What Success Looks Like

• Contributing to the development of innovative, high-performance hardware
• Supporting the creation of robust, validated engineering solutions
• Producing high-quality CAD models and engineering drawings
• Effectively supporting problem‑solving and design improvements
• Building strong working relationships across teams and suppliers

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work with a leading Formula One team
• Exposure to cutting‑edge, high-performance engineering
• Long‑term contract opportunity
• Collaborative and highly innovative environment

Please note that this role does not provide sponsorship.