Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace/ MOD) in Sudbury

Energy Jobline ZR; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Sudbury is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design components for aircraft, including MOD and commercial projects. The successful candidate will utilize SolidWorks to create detailed 3D models and drawings. This role offers training, career progression, and the chance to work with a collaborative engineering team in a rapidly growing industry.

Benefits

Training

Career Progression

Great Team Culture

Qualifications

• Experience using SolidWorks is essential.
• Based in Sudbury or easily commutable.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce 3D models and detailed technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams on aircraft component design.
• Work on real MOD and commercial aircraft projects with full training and support.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD Technician or similar

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace/ MOD)

Sudbury

Up to £35,000 + Training + Career Progression + Working on MOD & Commercial Aircraft Projects + Great Team Culture

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience using SolidWorks, looking for an exciting role where you'll be designing components for real aircraft including projects for the MOD and leading commercial airlines while joining a close-knit, fast-growing aerospace company where you'll get hands‑on experience, full training, and the chance to progress your career in a great industry?

Do you want the opportunity to join a leading name in aerospace technology, working at the cutting edge of aircraft design and component support? The company has grown rapidly to become one of the UK's most trusted providers of aircraft rotables, supporting over 100 airlines in 30+ countries.

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to join a fun, passionate, and collaborative engineering team where your designs help aircraft get in the sky. You'll be part of a company that invests in its people, encourages new ideas, and offers genuine progression and training in aerospace design and development. With exciting MOD and civil aviation projects, no two days will ever be the same.

In the role, you'll create and modify detailed 3D models and technical drawings using SolidWorks, working closely with senior engineers and designers to bring projects from concept to completion. You'll ensure precision and compliance in every drawing, assist in documentation and specifications, and be part of a high-energy team that thrives on solving engineering challenges. This is your chance to use your technical creativity to make a real‑world impact in the aerospace industry.

This role would suit a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience using SolidWorks, looking for an exciting role where you'll be designing components for real aircraft including projects for the MOD and leading commercial airlines while joining a close-knit, fast‑growing aerospace company where you'll get hands‑on experience, full training, and the chance to progress your career in a great industry.

The Role:

• Design and produce 3D models and detailed technical drawings using SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams on aircraft component design.
• Work on real MOD and commercial aircraft projects with full training and support.

The Person:

• CAD Technician or similar
• SolidWorks experience
• Based in Sudbury or easily commutable to

Keywords: CAD Technician, SolidWorks, Aerospace, Design, MOD, Aviation, Mechanical, West Sussex, Shoreham, Engineering, Braintree, Chelmsford, Colchester

Reference Number: BBBH22078

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.