Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

• £43–£64ph (Inside IR35) | 6-month contract | 37.5 hours/week
• Minimum 2 days/week on-site in Ampthill
• Every other Friday off
• SC Clearance required (BPSS to start)

ABOUT THE CLIENT:

Our client is a major player in the defence technology sector with a growing UK footprint. Their Bedfordshire site develops mission-critical platforms and systems for both UK and international military customers. With a variety of advanced vehicle and special projects underway, they are looking to expand their team with a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to support new product development.

THE MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER ROLE:

• Develop robust and innovative mechanical design solutions for harsh environments
• Use CREO to deliver concept and detailed designs, ensuring full documentation and supporting calculations
• Work with users, SMEs, and Design Authorities to create compliant and manufacturable subsystems
• Support prototype builds, physical testing, and design reviews
• Adhere to strict engineering, safety, and legislative standards

MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Proven background in mechanical design from concept to manufacture
• Expert in CREO Parametric with Windchill PDM
• Experience in Defence or Aerospace industry
• Ability to produce and justify calculations for structural and motion systems

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via ryan.baker@searchability.com. For further information, please call me on 0203 854 0120. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.