Mechanical Design Engineer jobs in United Kingdom

3 - 4 days per week on site

6 month contract

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for developing new and existing technology in-line with the wider business strategy and roadmaps.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and delivering engineering work packages involving engineers across a number of disciplines from within the business in order to develop systems from initial concept through to customer acceptance in accordance with the company Engineering Process Lifecycle.
• Designing equipment to meet stringent technical specifications and in accordance with work package agreement budgets and timescales.
• Assurance of Mechanical Design standards
• Developing innovative solutions at the cutting edge of the available technology.
• Work package generation to deliver the programme of work.
• Working with System Design Authorities and Engineering Managers to ensure technical delivery of projects.
• Generating technical procurement specifications and working with suppliers.
• Support to multi‑disciplined development teams to deliver work packages to time, cost and quality.
• Monitor the progress against work packages and identify project risks.
• Managing the system development in accordance with the company Engineering Process Lifecycle.
• Ensuring test and acceptance requirements are agreed.
• Provide design specifications and supporting documentation at an appropriate level for the project.
• Support and deliver the engineering change process for multiple work packages and projects.

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent and worked in a multi‑disciplined design environment for a significant period.
• In‑depth knowledge of Computer Aided Design (CAD) modelling techniques (Solid Edge preferred).
• Good knowledge of appropriate drawing and defence standards.
• Designing and implementing cost‑effective equipment modifications to help improve safety, reliability and efficiency.
• Developing, testing and evaluating theoretical designs.
• Discussing and solving complex problems with manufacturing departments, sub‑contractors, suppliers and customers.
• An excellent appreciation for mechanical, electrical, electronic and software design principals.
• Knowledge and understanding of system engineering principles.
• Able to interpret user and system requirements, generating system concepts, designs and test approaches.
• Have a drive and ability for continuous product and personal improvement.
• Self‑motivating and able to work unsupervised.
• Ability to gain SC security clearance (essential). Current SC clearance (preferred).