Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Bedford
Hourly Rate: £54 - £64p/h Inside IR35 - We are booking interviews Please call or email for a slot
Contract Length: 6 Months – Likely To Extend !
Key Skills: Mechanical Design Engineer, Creo, Windchill, Defence, Aerospace, CAD
Join Our Team as a Mechanical Design Engineer and Drive Mechanical Engineering to New Heights!
Are you a meticulous Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier standards in a well-established engineering organization? Look no further! We invite you to join our team in Bedford and be a key driver of engineering excellence.
About Us:
As a distinguished leader in the engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we're looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to our continued success.
The Role:
So, what will you be doing as a Mechanical Design Engineer?
* Develop innovative, robust mechanical design solutions from requirements and design briefs
* Produce concept and detailed designs using CREO Parametric CAD
* Perform supporting calculations and analysis to justify design decisions
* Collaborate with SMEs, Users, and Design Authorities (Lethality & Physical Design)
* Work within a team of engineers to deliver integrated sub-system solutions
* Support CAD engineers in producing drawings and design data packs
* Create and present Design Review packs to senior engineers and governance forums
* Support prototyping, manufacture, and purchasing activities
* Conduct physical testing and design proving of prototypes
* Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, programme safety requirements, and legislation
What are we looking for in our next Mechanical Design Engineer?
* Proven experience in the defence industry, specifically with Armoured Fighting Vehicles and associated systems (e.g. Survivability, Lethality, Structures, Communications, Sights & Sensors)
* Strong mechanical design background with full lifecycle experience from concept
* Experience designing complex mechanisms and linkages
* In-depth working knowledge of CREO CAD (parametric modelling)
* Experience using Windchill PDM
* Ability to perform basic structural and kinematic calculations
* Knowledge of materials (armoured and non-armoured), surface treatments, and finishing processes
* Track record of delivering designs for harsh operational environments
* High attention to detail and strong engineering documentation skills
* Ability to plan, coordinate, and problem-solve independently and within a team
* Aerospace and/or military platform design experience
* Previous work on safety-critical or high-integrity mechanical systems
So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Mechanical Design Engineer, hit that apply button now!
How to Apply:
Showcase your expertise and passion for Mechanical Design Engineer. Submit your updated resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and enthusiasm for joining our team in Bedford.
***PLEASE NOTE***
Security Clearance (SC) or eligibility to gain is required to be considered for this vacancy