Mechanical Draughtsperson

Summary: The Mechanical Design Engineer role involves collaborating with a Mechanical Design team and other engineering specialists to create mechanical designs for defence products. The position is based in Rugeley and requires British nationality for security clearance. The role offers hybrid working after an initial onboarding period and is classified as inside IR35 for a 12-month contract. Candidates are expected to have a strong background in mechanical engineering and design processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generating models in CAD
• Carrying out elements of product design
• Contributing to the development of engineering excellence within the business
• Providing mechanical engineering expertise in support of future business opportunities

Key Skills:

• A degree or higher in mechanical engineering
• Broad knowledge of all aspects of engineering, such as systems, electrical, electro-mechanical, and rotating machinery
• Experience in manufacturing methods applicable to electrical enclosures, such as metal fabrications, castings, welding, machining, and corrosion protection
• Proficiency in Solidworks
• Good knowledge of materials
• Good knowledge of best practices in design lifecycle processes, such as gated design phases and design reviews
• Experience in designing to strict requirements such as shock, EMC and thermal
• Strong communication skills

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Rugeley

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other