Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid Working: Typically 2-3 days per week on-site to meet programme needs
Security Requirements:
Applicants must be a British Citizen or a dual national including British citizenship. Nationality and right-to-work restrictions may apply. Successful candidates will need to obtain BPSS security clearance as part of the onboarding process.

• Annual bonus: Up to 2,500, based on company performance

• Pension: Up to 14% combined employer/employee contribution

• Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities available

• Flexible leave: Up to 15 additional flexi days per year

• Flexible working options: Open to applicants seeking adaptable working patterns

With an expanding project pipeline, we are seeking Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to contribute across all stages of the product lifecycle-from early conceptual studies and detailed design through to qualification, production support and in-service engineering.

You will play a key role in leading mechanical design solutions for a variety of complex defence products, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

This role also offers strong potential for future career development and progression.

• Qualification to Degree/HND/HNC level in a relevant discipline, along with substantial mechanical design experience

• Proven ability to lead design work packages and operate effectively within multi-disciplinary project teams

• Understanding of qualification, verification and compliance activities

• Experience with industry-standard design practices such as DFMEA, DFA and DFM

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across the organisation

• Background in supplier engagement and collaboration with external and internal engineering partners

• Cultural awareness and adaptability when working with diverse teams

• Some knowledge of structural, thermal or dynamic analysis is desirable

• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD and CAE tools (training available for specific software)

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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