Mechanical Design Engineer

Meritus Talent; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a 12-month contract in Stevenage. This role offers a competitive rate of GBP50 per hour, requiring SC security clearance and full–time onsite presence. Candidates will work on the mechanical design of complex systems within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, enhancing their skills in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Creo 3D CAD software.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience with tolerance analysis, structural design, and environmental testing.

Responsibilities

• Creating and developing 3D designs of components and assemblies using Creo.
• Supporting the transition from design to manufacturing.
• Assisting in functional and environmental testing.

Skills

Creo 3D CAD software

Mechanical engineering principles

Manufacturing processes

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

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 GBP50 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.