Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) Location: Gateshead Salary: Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35) Benefits: * Competitive day rate * Flexible contract (3–6 months) * Exposure to high-profile projects in a world-class engineering environment * Modern tools and technologies * Hybrid/flexible working available The Company: A globally recognised manufacturer with a diverse customer base across off-highway automotive, commercial vehicles, rail, marine, light vehicles, premium automotive, and commercial building sectors. Job Description: We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) to support an upcoming project scheduled to begin on 28th July 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an internationally respected engineering team on a 3 to 6-month contract based in Gateshead. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract), you will be instrumental in delivering 3D modelling and mechanical design work using Autodesk Inventor. You will play a key role in validating and optimising component designs, supporting prototype development, and ensuring high manufacturing standards across a range of applications. The successful Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract) will be responsible for performing detailed hand calculations, using simulation tools such as ANSYS Mechanical and MATLAB, and applying robust engineering principles including DFMEA and PFMEA. Thi...