Mechanical Design Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering organization is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Stevenage. The role involves creating 3D designs using Creo, supporting design transitions to manufacturing, and ensuring performance requirements are met. Candidates must have a strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and the ability to work in a cross-functional team. This position offers £50 per hour on a 12-month contract basis, with full-time onsite requirements and SC security clearance necessary.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Comfortable working in a cross-functional team.
• Ability to assist in functional and environmental testing.

Responsibilities

• Creating and developing 3D designs of components and assemblies.
• Supporting the transition from design to manufacturing.
• Planning and managing tasks in line with project deadlines.

Skills

Proficiency in Creo 3D CAD software

Understanding of mechanical engineering principles

Experience with tolerance analysis

Experience with structural design

Experience with environmental testing

Experience with material selection

Experience with FMEA

Mass property calculations

Gasket sealing

Working with Defence Standards

Product lifecycle management

Tools

Creo

Job description

Overview

MERITUS Talent are working with one of Europe's leading defence systems manufacturers for the recruitment of a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their Stevenage office on a 12 Month contract basis. The rate on offer is £50 per hour INSIDE IR35, and requires the candidate to be onsite full-time. Before starting the role, the candidate must undergo and attain SC security clearance.

A leading defence engineering organisation is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Stevenage. In this role, you'll be working on the mechanical design of complex systems, contributing to high-profile defence projects within a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Creating and developing 3D designs of components and assemblies using Creo

• Supporting the transition from design to manufacturing, resolving technical queries as needed

• Assisting in functional and environmental testing to ensure designs meet performance requirements

• Liaising with suppliers and internal purchasing teams to address design or build challenges

• Planning and managing your own tasks in line with project deadlines and reporting requirements

• Reviewing and refining technical requirements to reduce cost, complexity and lead time

Key skills and experience

• Proficient in Creo 3D CAD software

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes

• Experience in one or more of the following:

  • Tolerance analysis

  • Structural design and environmental testing

  • Material selection

  • FMEA

  • Mass property calculations

  • Gasket sealing and design for manufacture/assembly

  • Working with Defence Standards

  • Product lifecycle management

• Comfortable working in a cross-functional team and participating in design reviews

• A broad appreciation of other engineering disciplines (e.g. systems, electronics) is a plus

This is a great opportunity to be part of a highly skilled engineering team, working on critical systems in a challenging but rewarding environment.

To apply, please send your CV and availability.