Principal Mechanical Design Engineers - Test Equipment

MBDA UK Ltd; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading missile systems provider is seeking Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to develop Test Equipment for next-generation weapons. The role involves supporting design and development across product life cycles, with opportunities for career progression. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in Mechanical Design, CAD, and communication. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including bonuses and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional days of leave

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development.
• Ability to lead mechanical design work packages.
• Experience with 3D CAD/CAE software.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development activities for test equipment.
• Engage in supplier development across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ensure clear and effective communication within the team.

Skills

Mechanical Design

GD&T

3D CAD/CAE

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Due to increased workload, we are looking for experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to work in all areas of the Product Life Cycles with the drive and enthusiasm to join Europe's leading missile systems provider, developing and designing Test Equipment solutions for the next generation of weapons.

Job Title

Principal Mechanical Design Engineers - Test Equipment

Salary

Up to £55,000 depending on Experience

Location

Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)

Dynamic (hybrid) working

2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification

Security Clearance

British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

What we can offer you

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: Maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: Opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...

The opportunity

Due to increased workload, we are looking for experienced Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to work in all areas of the Product Life Cycles with the drive and enthusiasm to join Europe's leading missile systems provider, developing and designing Test Equipment solutions for the next generation of weapons.

You will support design, development and proving activities, throughout the product lifecycle, for a wide range of bespoke test system hardware.

This opportunity provides fantastic development opportunities for career progression within MBDA.

What we're looking for from you

• Ideally Degree/HND/HNC qualified plus significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development.
• A strong understanding and use of GD&T would be advantageous.
• The ability to lead mechanical design work packages and have experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team with the awareness and understanding of the challenges that this may bring.
• Excellent verbal communication, negotiation and influencing skills with the capability to write clear and concise engineering documentation.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to influence and negotiate with partners across the business.
• Experience of supplier engagement and development across internal and external multi-disciplinary teams.
• The awareness and understanding of cultural differences with the ability to adapt accordingly.
• A willing, helpful attitude, a calm professional manner, and the ability to assess and set priorities and deal with multiple issues on a regular basis.
• Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training on our preferred CAD tools will be given)
• An understanding of manufacturing processes, design for EMC, connectors to BS & military specifications, tolerance studies environmental test, thermal management design, material selection would be advantageous.

Our company

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