Design Engineer (Defence Sector)
OUTSIDE IR35 (LTD) Contract – Rates: Negotiable (DOE)
5 Month CONTRACT – Full-Time On-Site (5 Days/Week) in Swindon, Wiltshire
The Opportunity: Immediate Start Required
A leading engineering firm in the defence sector is seeking an experienced Draftsman / Design Engineer for an immediate, high-impact project focused on critical power and distribution systems within a secure facility. This is a crucial role supporting the ESF Facility project, requiring full-time commitment (5 days per week) on-site in Swindon to ensure seamless project delivery and access to sensitive information.
Key Requirements & Responsibilities
* Design & Drafting: Produce precise, detailed drawings for complex equipment, including generators and power distribution equipment, utilizing AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS.
* Mechanical Design Leadership: Lead and contribute significantly to the mechanical design of systems and their supporting structures, ensuring adherence to strict performance criteria.
* Project Lifecycle Support: Provide hands‑on engineering support throughout the entire project lifecycle, including prototype build, rigorous testing, and qualification phases, promptly resolving design issues and implementing corrective actions.
* Compliance & Review: Conduct essential design reviews and manage configuration activities, maintaining compliance with relevant MOD and Defence Standards for mechanical and power systems.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* Experience: Minimum 5+ years of hands‑on design engineering experience, specifically having completed projects involving generators and electrical distribution equipment.
* Technical Proficiency: Expert‑level proficiency in both AutoCAD and SOLIDWORKS.
* Defence Sector Knowledge: Proven familiarity with MOD standards and Defence Standards relevant to mechanical and power systems, plus an understanding of manufacturing processes for military‑grade equipment.
* Security: Must currently hold or be immediately eligible to obtain entry‑level security checks (BPSS).
How to Apply
If you meet the criteria and are available for an immediate start on a 5‑day on‑site, Outside IR35 contract, please reach out to Tom Johnson at Certain Advantage and submit your CV citing reference (Bullhorn – 79449).
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