Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Mechanical Product Design Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a maternity cover contract position with a proposed end date of 30th October 2026. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Mechanical Product Design Engineering work focuses on designing and developing mechanical products, components, or systems including: Applying mechanical engineering principles to develop products, components, and systems that involve movement (e.g., engines, vehicles, robots, prosthetic devices, energy conversion systems, machinery, etc.). Supporting and participating in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype mechanical products and assemblies. Collaborating with marketing and industrial design teams to develop products that meet technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements. May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing production processes and equipment. Responsibilities typically include: Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to other professionals. Problems faced are difficult and often complex.