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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
6 months initial (Inside IR35) – 4 days p/week on site (Buckinghamshire)
Copello is recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our clients Avionics Business Unit. You will be supporting a portfolio of aerospace products for both military and civilian applications.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce detailed designs using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), and simulate mechanical behaviour using FEA and CFD tools.
* Prepare technical estimates for non-recurring costs and manpower.
* Manage technical aspects of external suppliers and outsource providers.
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including customers.
* Conduct tolerance analysis including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance.
* Act as Project Engineer when required, supporting bids and development.
* Coach and mentor junior mechanical engineers.
* Generate and amend drawings and documentation to BS8888 standards.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives across processes and tools.
Skills & Experience
* Strong background in aerospace or defence mechanical design.
* Proven expertise in 3D CAD (SolidWorks advantageous).
* Experience with FEA and CFD simulation tools.
* Familiarity with engineering lifecycle from concept to delivery.
* Knowledge of materials, finishes, and environmental implications.
* Understanding of composite design and production techniques.
* Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, automotive, or medical.
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards).
* Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Key Measures
* Demonstrated experience across full engineering product lifecycle.
* Ability to author, review, and approve engineering drawings to BS8888 and ISO standards.
* Strong grasp of structural analysis and thermal CFD.
* Ability to work independently and lead project teams.
* Commitment to sustainability and product support.
Security Clearance
* Role will require candidates to have active SC clearance or eligibility for SC.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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