RF & High‑Frequency Mechanical Design Engineer

Manpower UK Ltd; Sedgefield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Security clearance eligibility

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Manpower UK Ltd invites applications for a Mechanical Design Engineer based in Sedgefield, County Durham. The role focuses on developing robust, lightweight mechanical assemblies for high-performance RF and microwave systems through concept to production.

You will work with RF, electronics and manufacturing engineers on concept development, prototyping, testing and volume manufacture, applying DFx principles and GD&T throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong 3D CAD design experience, preferably SolidWorks.
• Experience designing precision mechanical assemblies.
• Excellent understanding of GD&T and drawing standards.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (CNC, sheet metal, cast).
• Experience integrating electronic assemblies or electromechanical systems.
• Strong teamwork across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design precision mechanical components and assemblies for RF modules, amplifiers and high-frequency systems.
• Develop lightweight structural enclosures, heatsinks, liquid cooling solutions and waveguide-based architectures.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
• Ensure designs meet thermal, mechanical, environmental and manufacturability requirements.
• Perform thermal analysis and simulation to validate cooling strategies for high-power electronics.
• Conduct FEA analysis for vibration, shock, fatigue and structural performance assessments.
• Collaborate with RF and electronics engineers to optimise designs for RF performance, shielding and integration.
• Select materials, finishes and manufacturing processes to meet performance and cost objectives.
• Apply DFx (DFM/ DFA) principles and maintain BOMs and GD&T drawings.

Skills

3D CAD design

GD&T knowledge

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD tools

ANSYS

Job description

Manpower UK Ltd invites applications for a Mechanical Design Engineer based in Sedgefield, County Durham. The role focuses on developing robust, lightweight mechanical assemblies for high-performance RF and microwave systems through concept to production.

You will work with RF, electronics and manufacturing engineers on concept development, prototyping, testing and volume manufacture, applying DFx principles and GD&T throughout the lifecycle.