This is a remote position.
Mechanical Engineer – Land Systems / Vehicle Projects
RC Fornax are looking for experienced Mechanical Engineers to support a range of exciting land and vehicle-based engineering programmes across the Midlands and Southwest regions. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects within highly regulated engineering environments, supporting the full product lifecycle from concept through to manufacture and integration.
Location
Remote / Hybrid working available with travel across:
Midlands
Southwest England
Role Overview
You will be supporting mechanical design and development activities on complex land systems and vehicle programmes. The role will involve CAD design, engineering documentation, configuration management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical design and development of components and assemblies for land/vehicle platforms
Creation and modification of detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings
Support prototype development, testing, and design reviews
Work closely with manufacturing, systems, and project engineering teams
Manage engineering data and configurations within PLM systems
Produce technical documentation and support engineering change processes
Ensure designs comply with customer and industry standards
Required Experience
Proven experience within mechanical engineering design environments
Experience working on land systems, defence, automotive, or vehicle-based projects
Strong CAD capability using one or more of:
Creo
SolidWorks
NX
Experience using Teamcenter or similar PLM/configuration management tools
Understanding of engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing processes
Ability to work within multidisciplinary engineering teams
Desirable Experience
Defence or highly regulated industry background
Experience supporting full engineering lifecycle activities
Knowledge of fabrication, machining, or vehicle integration activities
Awareness of design for manufacture and assembly principles
Security Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Existing SC clearance would be advantageous.
Why Join RC Fornax?
At, we support some of the UK’s most innovative engineering and defence programmes. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality engineering expertise across mission-critical projects while offering our consultants flexibility, support, and long-term opportunities.
RC Fornax is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals