Mechanical Engineer - Telecommunications

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Ware; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a 3-month contract in Ware, Hertfordshire. You will design enclosures and mechanisms capable of operating in harsh environments, primarily using SolidWorks to produce parts, assemblies and fabrication drawings.

You will review designs before manufacture, test prototypes and support production troubleshooting. The role requires hands-on, pragmatic problem solving, DFMA, and the ability to justify decisions with

Qualifications

• Fluent English written and spoken.
• Proficient in SolidWorks 3D modelling and 2D drawings with BOMs.
• Knowledge of material properties, manufacturing techniques, coatings and fasteners.
• Willingness to travel between two UK sites on short notice.
• Strong written and verbal communication; capable of concise documentation.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to learn quickly in a team.
• DFMA- design for manufacture and assembly.
• Ability to justify design decisions through calculations, analyses and documentation.
• Familiarity with IP ratings and achieving IP67.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal machine shop and external suppliers.
• Create production-quality fabrication drawings and assembly drawings.
• Produce design documentation, specs, probes and test fixtures.
• Carry out mechanical testing and report creation.
• Review designs before manufacture and support production troubleshooting.
• Drive design improvements via Engineering Change Requests (ECRs).
• Support other engineering disciplines and communicate product needs across teams.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Tools

SolidWorks

3D modelling

2D drawings

BOM production

FEA

Thermal simulation

Job description

Keen to join a company that champions growth and development?

Join a leading technology organisation focused on designing and delivering innovative products and services that help people discover, share, and connect with the world around them. With a long-standing history of driving the industry forward, the organisation continues to develop intuitive technology designed to make everyday life easier and more enjoyable.

The company is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its engineering team on a 3-month contract, supporting ongoing product development projects. The role focuses on designing enclosures and mechanisms built to withstand harsh environments, including temperatures down to -40°C, marine conditions, and MIL-STD requirements. Working primarily in SolidWorks, the engineer will produce technical drawings and build guides, review designs before manufacture, test prototypes, and support production troubleshooting while collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with an internal machine shop (separate site) and external suppliers to meet company objectives
• Produce supporting documentation to enable an independent production team
• Use 3D modelling software to design parts, assemblies, and mechanisms across a range of materials and fabrication methods (notably machining, 3D printing, and laser cutting/folding)
• Estimate the work required to complete proposed tasks
• Create production-quality fabrication drawings, design documentation, and assembly drawings for new and existing components
• Take part in drawing and design reviews to ensure high-quality output for stakeholders
• Produce specifications and develop designs, prototypes, and test fixtures
• Carry out mechanical testing and verification of parts/products, with report creation
• Drive design improvements through the Engineering Change Request (ECR) process
• Support other engineering disciplines within the department to help them meet their objectives
• Communicate effectively with other engineering teams so the designed product accounts for their needs

Requirements:

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• CAD experience in SolidWorks (3D modelling, 2D technical drawings, BOM production)
• Knowledge of material properties, manufacturing techniques, plating methods, coatings, and fasteners
• Willingness to travel between two UK sites on short notice
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise documentation
• Self-motivated, able to learn quickly and independently, and comfortable working within a team
• A pragmatic, hands-on approach to problem solvingAbility to design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA)
• Ability to justify design decisions through calculations, analysis, and written documentation
• Familiarity with IP ratings and methods of achieving IP67

Desirable Skills:

• Ability to design ergonomic, aesthetically considered solutions
• Experience designing and running tests to support product quality
• Experience in FEA and thermal simulation

Contract Details:

• 3 Months
• Location: Ware, Hertfordshire
• Start Date: ASAP

Salary:

• £20 Per Hour - £30 Per Hour