Mechanical Design Consultant

Our client, a Defence and Security supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Maidenhead.

• Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the sole British nationality and current SC Clearance
• 6-month initial contract
• Rate is open to negotiation, inside IR35
• Fully onsite in Maidenhead due to the nature of the role

Job Description:

• Design, develop, test, and document mechanical assemblies through the full product lifecycle.
• Deliver robust mechanical solutions using company engineering tools and processes.
• Create and review mechanical documentation: design packs, analysis reports, plans, and procedures.
• Define and analyse mechanical performance and functional behaviours.
• Optimise designs for various manufacturing methods (machining, moulding, extrusion, sheet metal, casting).
• Perform tolerance analysis for precision parts and complex assemblies.
• Produce designs compliant with MIL‑STD, DEF‑STAN, EMC, TEMPEST, and environmental requirements.
• Generate high‑quality BS8888 technical drawings.
• Select suitable engineering materials, finishes, and standard components.
• Participate in and contribute to peer design reviews.
• Check and verify drawings for clarity, key features, and tolerances.
• Develop mechanical test solutions and supporting verification procedures.
• Present mechanical solutions and effort estimates to stakeholders.
• Follow configuration control and security procedures.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams for manufacturing readiness.
• Interface with electronic hardware and PCB teams to integrate mechanical and electronic designs.
• Support project managers in delivering products on schedule and within budget.

Essential Skills, Qualification and Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• A thorough understanding of key mechanical engineering principles e.g. material selection, stress analysis, vibration analysis, thermodynamics, heat transfer, assembly techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Extensive hands-on experience of designing complex and rugged electronic enclosures for the defence industry.
• In-depth knowledge of military and material standards applicable to environmental requirements and testing.
• Extensive use Creo CAD modelling and drafting, version 8 or later.
• Extensive in the advanced use of Windchill PLM system, including workflow change management and managing BOMs.