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Mechanical Design Engineer

Defenceiq

London

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GBP 40,000 - 60,000

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Job summary

A leading defence organisation seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer for hybrid work in Hertfordshire, leading the development of mechanical solutions for complex weapon systems. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mechanical design, team collaboration, and leadership skills. The position offers a performance-based bonus, pension contributions, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Performance-based Bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension: Up to 14% total contribution

Parental Leave: Enhanced maternity, shared parental leave

Flexi Leave - up to 15 additional days

Facilities: Subsidised meals and free parking on-site

Qualifications

Extensive Mechanical Design experience required.
Proven leadership in mechanical design.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

Lead development of mechanical solutions for complex projects.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across product life cycle.
Involve in qualification and production support.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Team collaboration

DFMEA

DFA

DFM

Communication

Negotiation

Supplier engagement

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

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Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Type: Permanent & Part-time available

Location: Hetfordshire

Flexible Opportunities: Hybrid

Working: Office-based with occasional travel to UK company sites (2-3 days onsite depending on project needs)

Introduction

Matchtech has partnered with a leading defence organisation, recognised with numerous awards, including the annual Glassdoor Employees' Choice Award.

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll lead the development of mechanical solutions for complex weapons and systems, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. The role is available on both permanent and part-time bases.

What will I be doing?

You'll lead the development of mechanical solutions across all stages of the Product Life Cycle, from Future Concepts and Detailed Design to Qualification, Production, and In-service Support.

To Be Successful, You'll Need

A Degree/HND/HNC qualified with extensive Mechanical Design experience
Proven leadership in mechanical design and team collaboration
Skilled in DFMEA, DFA, and DFM techniques
Strong communication, negotiation, & supplier engagement experience

Any previous experience in Defence/Aerospace or safety-regulated environments, proving and qualification activities, structural/thermal/dynamic analysis, and 3D CAD/CAE (training provided) would be advantageous but not essential for your application

What's In It For Me

Performance-based Bonus: Up to £2,500
Pension: Up to 14% total contribution
Parental Leave: Enhanced maternity, shared parental leave
Flexi Leave - up to 15 additional days
Facilities: Subsidised meals and free parking on-site

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