Mechanical Design Engineer; Special Projects

Location:

Bedfordshire | 4 day week | High impact engineering

Salary:
Up to 60,000 P.A. Dependent on experience (overtime, 4 day working week)

Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Some roles tick boxes, but this one design and builds things that matter.

If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems, turning ideas into real, working hardware, and seeing your designs perform in the harshest environments, keep reading.

This is not a rinse and repeat design job, this is special projects. Fast moving, high integrity, and genuinely interesting work.

You will take requirements and turn them into robust, manufacturable solutions. You will design complex mechanisms and sub systems. You will prototype, test, prove, and refine. You will work alongside experienced engineers and Design Authorities who expect high standards and back good ideas.

You will be hands on. You will be challenged. You will grow.

• Designing innovative mechanical solutions from concept through to production
• Creating detailed models using CREO Parametric
• Producing calculations and analysis to support your designs
• Collaborating with SMEs, users, and engineering teams to shape concepts
• Developing sub system solutions alongside multidisciplinary teams
• Supporting prototype build, testing, and design proving
• Presenting design reviews to senior stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety requirements

• Proven experience designing mechanical components and sub systems
• Experience working in defence, aerospace, or space is highly valued
• Strong CAD capability, ideally CREO, plus Windchill experience
• Understanding of materials, treatments, and manufacturing processes
• Ability to perform structural and kinematic calculations
• A track record of delivering designs that work in demanding environments
• High attention to detail and strong documentation skills
• A problem-solving mindset and the ability to work as part of a team

• Based on site in Ampthill, 4 days per week, Monday to Thursday
• 37.5 hours, with flexible working built in
• Competitive salary, bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package
• Work that is technically challenging and genuinely meaningful

This role requires Developed Vetting
. You will need to be a sole UK national and either hold DV clearance already or be willing to go through the process immediately. Support is provided.