Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment platform is seeking a Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer in Chelmsford, Essex. The ideal candidate should have proven expertise in mechanical design within the space, aerospace, or defence industries, along with advanced CAD skills. This role requires a strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and environmental engineering challenges, with a preference for candidates familiar with Creo and Windchill.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in mechanical design and development, ideally within the space, aerospace or defence industries.
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and environmental engineering challenges.

Skills

Mechanical design expertise

Advanced CAD skills

Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Job description

Overview

Position Available: Senior/Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Essex (4 days onsite per week)

Experience and Qualifications

• Proven expertise in mechanical design and development, ideally within the space, aerospace or defence industries
• Advanced CAD skills
• Strong knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and environmental engineering challenges
• Experience using Creo and Windchill