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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Bristol - Mostly Remote - 2-3 days on-site per month
Role Type: Permanent
Salary: 50,000 - 61,500 per annum depending on experience
Our client, an established aerospace & defence manufacturing firm in Bristol, require an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their multi-disciplined team.
You will be joining a dynamic Components Team, where you will play a key role in delivering cutting edge mechanical products used across major systems and programmes supporting the Royal Navy. As part of an innovative and forward-thinking engineering team, you will contribute to high-impact defence projects while expanding your own professional development
** Please note we can only consider sole UK Nationals (no dual nationalities) **
What the role of the Mechanical Engineer entails:
Some of the main duties of the Mechanical Engineer will include:
- Oversee day-to-day engineering activities to ensure on-time delivery and adherence to cost targets
- Serve as the primary engineering interface for external customers and suppliers, fostering strong technical collaboration and communication
- Provide expert technical support and innovative solutions to resolve engineering challenges related to mechanical products
- Contribute technical guidance and engineering input to support suppliers queries, build and test activities, defect resolution, and change management processes
- Define, develop and manage requirements and acceptance criteria for mechanical products integrated within complex platforms, systems, or programmes
- Interpret and apply contractual and performance requirements throughout the product lifecycle including design, manufacture, integration, installation, and commissioning phases
- Ensure all work is compliant with contractual obligations and conducted in accordance with company policies, safety standards, environmental regulations, and established procedures
- Review, assess, and manage relevant supplier documentation, ensuring accurate capture, traceability, and appropriate storage within the project framework
What experience you need to be the successful Mechanical Engineer:
- Proven track record in delivering mechanical systems across the full engineering development lifecycle
- Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and successfully drive performance enhancements
- Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience in specifying a range of mechanical equipment and components, such as heat exchangers, pumps, diesel generators, hydraulic systems, and compressors
- Bachelor's or Master's degree (BEng/MEng or equivalent) in a relevant STEM discipline
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartered status with a recognised professional engineering institution
This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!
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