Job Description
Job Title: CREO Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract)Contract Length: 6 MonthsIR35 Status: Outside IR35Location: UK, South East (Hybrid)Overview:We are looking for a highly experienced CREO Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team on a 6-month contract basis. This role is suited to a contractor with extensive hands-on mechanical design experience, capable of taking ownership of complex design tasks and delivering high-quality engineering solutions with minimal supervision.Key Responsibilities:
* Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings using CREO (Parametric)
* Lead the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies from concept through to production
* Apply robust mechanical engineering principles to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability
* Conduct tolerance stack-ups and apply GD&T best practices
* Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and project teams to ensure seamless product development
* Review, refine, and optimise existing designs for performance and cost efficiency
* Produce and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including BOMs
* Participate in and contribute to design reviews and technical discussions
Required Skills & Experience:
* Extensive experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally within complex product environments
* Advanced proficiency in CREO (Parametric)
* Strong expertise in GD&T and tolerance analysis
* Proven ability to produce detailed, production-ready engineering drawings
* Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and Design for Manufacture (DFM)
* Experience working autonomously and delivering to tight project deadlines
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Desirable Experience:
* Experience with FEA or other simulation tools
* Experience in regulated or high-integrity engineering environments
Contract Details:
* 6-month initial contract, with potential extension
* Outside IR35 engagement
* Competitive day rate, dependent on experience