Job Description
Role: Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineer
Location: High Wycombe (Hybrid)
Job Type: Permanent
Join a high-impact engineering team solving some of the toughest design challenges in the defence sector!
Our client is a specialist in delivering advanced solutions for demanding environments, ranging from subsea sensor systems to high powered electric drives. They’re looking for a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to support new and existing programmes, contributing to projects at every stage from initial concepts to delivery.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and enjoys working on technically complex hardware across the full product lifecycle.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Develop early-stage mechanical concepts and carry out feasibility assessments
* Deliver detailed design work using 3D CAD (ideally Autodesk Inventor)
* Collaborate with electrical and systems engineers to develop integrated solutions
* Support proposal development and bid activities with technical input
* Contribute to best practice and continuous improvement in mechanical engineering
What We’re Looking For:
1. Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a...