An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to work on high-profile aerospace and defence projects. This role offers the chance to develop cutting-edge mechanical and composite designs for mission-critical applications within a leading UK-based organisation. Working on multi-million-pound defence contracts, you will be part of an industry-leading team delivering world-class engineering solutions. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll benefit from a comprehensive package, including 27 days holiday (increasing with service), up to 9% pension contribution, life assurance, healthcare plans, enhanced parental leave, and flexible benefits. Mechanical Design Engineer Responsibilities – What You’ll Be Doing As a Mechanical Design Engineer, your expertise will be pivotal in designing, developing, and improving mechanical and composite products within an advanced engineering environment. Your responsibilities will include: ✔ Designing innovative mechanical and composite products for aerospace and defence applications using CATIA v5 (CPD & CPM). ✔ Providing technical leadership and mentorship, sharing expertise with junior engineers. ✔ Optimising product designs to ensure compliance with industry standards, budgets, and timescales. ✔ Working within a product lifecycle management system, ensuring seamless integration across projects. ✔ Identifying and impleme...