Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: South West England, Bristol, Bristol Job Type: Contract, expected to work Full-Time hours Primary Industry: Engineering, Marine Job Duties: Designing and developing mechanical systems and components Conducting feasibility studies to verify design concepts Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity Creating detailed design documentation and reports Performing analysis and testing of prototypes Providing technical support during the manufacturing process Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Proven experience in mechanical design and engineering Proficiency in CAD software and other design tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Experience: Previous experience in mechanical design and engineering Knowledge and Skills: Proficiency in CAD software and other design tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Knowledge of industry regulations and standards Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field Professional Engineering (PE) licence Experience in the military and defence industry Working Conditions: Office-based work with occasional visits to manufacturing facilities or testing sites. May require travel for project meetings or client visits. Hybrid arrangements.