Summary: The Mechanical Engineer role involves supporting sustaining tasks and addressing design issues within a dynamic engineering team. The position requires collaboration with various teams to enhance designs and ensure high-quality solutions are implemented efficiently. This is a contract position for an initial duration of 9 months, offering a hybrid working arrangement. The role is classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate and resolve engineering issues using a sound evidence-based approach.
• Define, design, and optimise manufacturing processes, considering costs and tolerances.
• Apply design solutions, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and safety.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, products, and systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes of conduct, quality standards, and health & safety practices.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent Level 6 qualification with relevant experience.
• Level 5 (HND) with senior-level experience also considered.
• Knowledge of dynamic mechanical, electromechanical, and mechatronic systems.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools and EDM systems (e.g., Teamcenter PLM).
• Strong understanding of BS8888 and ISO8015 standards.
• Competence in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of DFM/DFA principles (desirable).
• Experience with FEA (e.g., ANSYS), SAP, or special-purpose machinery design (desirable).

Salary (Rate): £50

City: Weymouth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Engineering