Overview
Join to apply for the Mechanical Design Engineer role at QinetiQ. Location: Farnborough. The role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology across multiple domains and projects in Defence and Security.
Your Responsibilities
* Deliver Mechanical Design solutions and take ownership of delivery, reporting progress to project leads.
* Explore and test the problem space thoroughly, before generating hardware solutions, and present these ideas at design reviews and group critiques.
* Oversee the safe delivery for design related tasks.
* Apply BS 8888 geometric product specification, geometric tolerance specification and engineering drawings in day-to-day work.
Essential Experience
* Experience of collating and presenting safety and regulatory compliance evidence documentation, including Hazard Identification, Safety Cases and Safety Management systems.
* Ability to understand and interpret system requirements, communicate design trade-offs and influence stakeholders toward optimal solutions.
* Experience of managing large model complexity with rigorous control of configurations and interdependencies.
* Design and documentation of parts and enclosures with integrated electrical and electronic sub-assemblies.
* Demonstrates knowledge of material types and properties, surface finishes, sealing and fastener systems.
* Previous experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD packages.
Essential Qualifications
We value difference and do not have a fixed idea about background or education; if you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn, we would like to hear from you. This role is 37 hours per week at the Farnborough site. Travel to other QinetiQ and customer sites is expected.
Locations and Environment
Farnborough site features state-of-the-art facilities, high-energy laser technologies, a 5m pressurised wind tunnel, and large R&D projects. A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture is encouraged.
Why Join QinetiQ?
QinetiQ operates in new markets worldwide with a focus on innovation and tackling complex challenges. You will experience a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives and disciplines are valued, and opportunities exist to realize your potential.
Our Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
* Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase additional days
* Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance, and Dental Insurance
* Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more
* Support for the Armed Forces community via the Armed Forces Covenant and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
* Volunteering opportunities
Recruitment Process
We aim to be inclusive and support candidates with adjustments as needed. Some roles require national security vetting; eligibility for SC clearance is required for this role.
Note: Some content originally included multiple job postings and location listings; this refinement focuses on the Mechanical Design Engineer role at QinetiQ.
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