Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Role:

Mechanical Engineer
Job Type: Contract, Outside IR35
Work Type:
Onsite/Hybrid
Duration: 8 Weeks +
Industry: Advanced Manufacturing/Defence

Location:

Cambridge
Rate: £500/day to £600/day (ltd/Umbrella Available)

Reporting to the Engineering Manager the Mechanical Engineer shall be responsible for the design and development of mechanical sub-modules for integration onto an advanced defence platforms platform. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with strong CAD design skills and experience delivering high-quality mechanical solutions.

• Design mechanical sub-assemblies and components for integration onto platforms.
• Develop detailed 3D models and engineering drawings using Creo.
• Manage and maintain design data within Windchill PLM systems.
• Support design reviews and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver solutions to demanding timelines.
• Liaise with manufacturing suppliers and production facilities to support rapid prototyping and low-volume manufacture.
• Recommend suitable materials, manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacture approaches.

• Proven mechanical design engineering experience.
• Proficiency in PTC Creo CAD software & AAX plugin.
• Experience using Windchill for product data and configuration management.

Strong background managing complex international supply chains and large supplier networks Candidates who are currently a Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Development Engineer, Project Engineer, Engineering Manager and Draughtsperson could be suitable for this position.