Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer (Aerospace Contract)

Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Contract Type: 12 month Contract

Pay: £35 - £46 per hour PAYE only, plus holiday pay in addition

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Working Pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days from home following initial onboarding period)

Several contract opportunities available for Mechanical Design Engineers to join a highly regarded aerospace engineering environment in Yeovil.

You will work on advanced aerospace systems, contributing to both concept development and detailed design across complex engineering programmes.

You will play a key role within a collaborative design team, supporting the development of innovative engineering solutions across Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and Life Support Systems (LSS).

** We can only accept UK or NATO passport holders due to the nature of the work.

Please DO NOT apply if you do not hold a UK or NATO passport.

Main Responsibilities:

Develop concept designs supported by engineering analysis and consideration of manufacturing methods and cost

Produce detailed designs, including full drawing packs and associated technical documentation

Complete tolerance analysis and ensure design compliance with relevant standards and procedures

Process engineering changes and maintain accurate configuration control

Collaborate closely with production engineering and planning teams to ensure designs are optimised for manufacture

Deliver work in line with project schedules, milestones, and quality expectations

Contribute to continuous improvement and best practice within the design function

Ideal candidate profile:

Experience in mechanical design, ideally within precision components or aerospace-related industries

Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD (preferably Siemens NX)

Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Awareness of configuration control processes

Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, including machining, is advantageous

Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles is beneficial

Strong attention to detail with a proactive, results-driven approach

Ability to work effectively within a multi-project team environment

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is preferred

Equivalent experience will be considered for candidates with strong practical expertise

Additional Information

No travel required

Flexible working hours available

Hybrid working offered (up to 2 days per week from home after initial onboarding period)

Vetting will include a right to work check, drug screen, 5 years' referencing and a DBS check.

If you are interested in applying for this position, and you meet the above requirements, please apply immediately.

Due to the number of applications we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion