Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer (Contract – 6 Months)

Location:

Crawley, West Sussex (On-Site)

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a 6-month on-site contract based in Crawley. This role will support a fast-paced engineering programme delivering innovative mechanical systems within a regulated, quality-driven environment.

This opportunity is well suited to contractors who are comfortable owning designs end-to-end and integrating quickly into established engineering teams.

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings
• Lead mechanical design from concept through to production release
• Perform tolerance analysis, FEA validation, and design optimisation
• Support DfMA (Design for Manufacture & Assembly) initiatives
• Collaborate closely with electronics, manufacturing, and supply chain teams
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and technical documentation
• Ensure compliance with relevant UK and international standards

• Strong 3D CAD capability (Solid Works, Creo, or Inventor)
• Proven experience delivering mechanical design projects on a contract basis
• FEA and simulation experience (ANSYS, Solid Works Simulation, or similar)
• DfMA and cost-reduction engineering experience
• Knowledge of sustainable design and material optimisation
• Understanding of UKCA and CE compliance requirements
• Experience with in regulated industries (aerospace, defence, medical, energy, or advanced manufacturing)
• BOM creation and PLM system experience
  
  Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Automation or robotics system design
• Mechatronics integration
• Rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing
• Digital engineering or model-based design exposure
• Experience improving manufacturing efficiency or reducing environmental impact

• Available immediately or on short notice
• Comfortable working fully on-site in Crawley
• Able to operate autonomously with minimal supervision

If you are a Mechanical Design Engineer seeking your next on-site contract in the South East We'd be keen to speak.