Mechanical Design Engineer

Location:

Yeovil, Somerset

Rate:
Up to £46 per hour (depending on experience)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join a leading aerospace engineering organisation based in Yeovil. This is an excellent opportunity to work on innovative aerospace projects, contributing to the design and development of advanced mechanical systems within a collaborative engineering environment.

• Develop concept designs supported by engineering analysis.
• Produce detailed mechanical designs using 2D and 3D CAD.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, drawing packs, and supporting documentation.
• Carry out tolerance analysis and process engineering changes.
• Liaise with Production Engineering and Production Planning to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture.
• Deliver engineering projects in line with agreed schedules and project milestones.
• Work in accordance with engineering procedures, standards, and best practices.

• Minimum 2 years' experience in mechanical design, ideally involving precision components.
• Experience using 3D CAD, preferably Siemens NX.
• Competent in both 2D and 3D CAD.
• Basic understanding of Configuration Control.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Understanding of machining, manufacturing techniques, and design for manufacture principles.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma is advantageous.
• Strong communication skills with a customer-focused and results-driven approach.
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced, multi-project engineering environment.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is preferred but not essential.
• Candidates with relevant engineering experience and a strong technical background will also be considered.
• Experience designing small, fine-tolerance mechanical components is desirable.

• Opportunity to work on technically challenging aerospace engineering projects.
• Supportive and collaborative engineering environment.
• Long-term contract opportunity with potential for extension. Due to security requirements and project restriction on this site all worker's nationality needs to be UK nationals/citizen.
• Full BPSS
  * Screening (
  * Baseline Personnel Security Standard), including proof of Legal Right to Work, Criminal Records Check, i.e. UK DBS and Drugs Screening.