Mechanical Design Engineer in Stevenage

Energy Jobline ZR; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence engineering organisation in Stevenage is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a 12-month contract. The role involves mechanical design for high-profile defence projects, requiring proficiency in Creo 3D CAD software and a strong grasp of mechanical engineering principles. Candidates must work on-site and obtain SC security clearance before starting. This position is ideal for those looking to contribute to critical systems in a challenging environment.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Design Engineer role in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.
• Experience with 3D designs and transitioning from design to manufacturing.
• Must attain SC security clearance before starting.

Responsibilities

• Working on mechanical design of complex systems for defence projects.
• Creating and developing 3D designs using Creo.
• Liaising with suppliers to address design challenges.
• Planning and managing tasks in line with project deadlines.

Skills

Proficient in Creo 3D CAD software

Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles

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

Team collaboration and design reviews

Job description

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Job Description

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

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