Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Stevenage. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be eligible to obtain full SC Clearance 12-month initial contract 50 p/h Umbrella, inside Based in Stevenage, 2-3 days per week onsite Responsibilities: Mechanical Engineering is excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer within our Military Packaging Design Team; involving Product Life Cycle, from concepts and detailed designs through to trials, qualification, production, and further in-service support. In this role, you will design and develop mechanical solutions for a wide variety of complex Military Packaging for critical defence products. You will influence design decisions across the full life cycle and play a key role in ensuring designs meet performance, safety, cost and scheduled customer requirements. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain. Skillset/experience required: Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant industry experience Proven ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams across mechanical design work packages Strong experience across full product life cycles, from concept to in-service support In-depth knowledge of design proving and qualification activities Robust hands-on experience with design methodologies such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and make technical decisions Experience engaging with and developing suppliers and external partners Ability to manage priorities, assess risk, and mentor less experienced engineers Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training provided on company tools)
Mar 04, 2026
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Our client, a large Aerospace and Defence supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Stevenage. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be eligible to obtain full SC Clearance 12-month initial contract 50 p/h Umbrella, inside Based in Stevenage, 2-3 days per week onsite Responsibilities: Mechanical Engineering is excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer within our Military Packaging Design Team; involving Product Life Cycle, from concepts and detailed designs through to trials, qualification, production, and further in-service support. In this role, you will design and develop mechanical solutions for a wide variety of complex Military Packaging for critical defence products. You will influence design decisions across the full life cycle and play a key role in ensuring designs meet performance, safety, cost and scheduled customer requirements. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain. Skillset/experience required: Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant industry experience Proven ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams across mechanical design work packages Strong experience across full product life cycles, from concept to in-service support In-depth knowledge of design proving and qualification activities Robust hands-on experience with design methodologies such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and make technical decisions Experience engaging with and developing suppliers and external partners Ability to manage priorities, assess risk, and mentor less experienced engineers Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training provided on company tools)
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Bedfordshire Rate: 50 p/h - We are booking interviews in next week! Please call or email for a slot An opportunity to become part of Europe's No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop products to meet our customer's needs. Within this role you will have the opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform a range of engineering activities including progressing developmental designs into production environments and working with suppliers on technical queries. The Role: So, what will you be doing as a Mechanical Design Engineer ? Mechanical Engineering is excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer within our Military Packaging Design Team; involving Product Life Cycle, from concepts and detailed designs through to trials, qualification, production, and further in-service support. In this role, you will design and develop mechanical solutions for a wide variety of complex Military Packaging for critical defence products. You will influence design decisions across the full life cycle and play a key role in ensuring designs meet performance, safety, cost and scheduled customer requirements. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain. Appointments will be made at an appropriate level based on skills and experience. Skillet/experience required: Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant industry experience Proven ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams across mechanical design work packages Strong experience across full product life cycles, from concept to in-service support In-depth knowledge of design proving and qualification activities Robust hands-on experience with design methodologies such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and make technical decisions Experience engaging with and developing suppliers and external partners Ability to manage priorities, assess risk, and mentor less experienced engineers Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training provided on company tools) My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Mechanical Design Engineer, this is the opportunity for you! So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Mechanical Design Engineer, hit that apply button now! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Mar 03, 2026
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Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Bedfordshire Rate: 50 p/h - We are booking interviews in next week! Please call or email for a slot An opportunity to become part of Europe's No. 1 Missile Systems Designer, as a Mechanical Design Engineer. You will work closely with other functional teams, to develop products to meet our customer's needs. Within this role you will have the opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to perform a range of engineering activities including progressing developmental designs into production environments and working with suppliers on technical queries. The Role: So, what will you be doing as a Mechanical Design Engineer ? Mechanical Engineering is excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer within our Military Packaging Design Team; involving Product Life Cycle, from concepts and detailed designs through to trials, qualification, production, and further in-service support. In this role, you will design and develop mechanical solutions for a wide variety of complex Military Packaging for critical defence products. You will influence design decisions across the full life cycle and play a key role in ensuring designs meet performance, safety, cost and scheduled customer requirements. You will work closely with multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality and supply chain. Appointments will be made at an appropriate level based on skills and experience. Skillet/experience required: Ideally Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with relevant industry experience Proven ability to work within multi-disciplinary teams across mechanical design work packages Strong experience across full product life cycles, from concept to in-service support In-depth knowledge of design proving and qualification activities Robust hands-on experience with design methodologies such as DFMEA, DFA, and DFM Strong communication skills with the ability to influence, negotiate, and make technical decisions Experience engaging with and developing suppliers and external partners Ability to manage priorities, assess risk, and mentor less experienced engineers Relevant 3D CAD/CAE experience (training provided on company tools) My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Mechanical Design Engineer, this is the opportunity for you! So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Mechanical Design Engineer, hit that apply button now! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Our client, an Aerospace and Defence Supplier is looking for a Stress Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Basildon. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be willing to obtain SC Clearance. 4 days per week onsite. Although Basildon is the preferred location, can consider individuals to be based out of Southampton or Bristol. 7 month contract 55.05 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35. What you'll do as a Principal Stress Engineer: Analyse and assess mechanical designs for strength, durability, performance and safety against regulatory and customer requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations. Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per requirements. Support the selection of manufacturing technologies and materials based on a sound understanding of material physical and mechanical properties and the mechanical fit, form and function of the product. Conduct structural and thermo-structural analyses of complex Products using Siemens NX. Advise/support on the development of mechanical structural designs to achieve the desired Product Requirements. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements (based on recognised military/civil standards). Point of contact for assigned projects, advising on all aspects of stress and structural dynamics throughout the product lifecycle. Technical Skills: Must Have Application of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniques for static and dynamic loading conditions and fatigue assessment (Land, Naval or Airborne equipment). Experience of environmental test methods for design verification and working knowledge of design certification for land based and airborne equipment. Proven experience in the use of Finite Element Analysis software tools (preferably Siemens NX/Nastran) and techniques. Nice To Have An understanding of the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. Experience in the design, analysis and test of electronics packaging and/or aerospace equipment. Experience in Thermal Analysis techniques and tool sets (IcePak, Siemens NX). Experience of manufacturing and joining techniques, engineering material properties.
Oct 06, 2025
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Our client, an Aerospace and Defence Supplier is looking for a Stress Engineer to join them on a contract basis at their site in Basildon. Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold the British nationality and be willing to obtain SC Clearance. 4 days per week onsite. Although Basildon is the preferred location, can consider individuals to be based out of Southampton or Bristol. 7 month contract 55.05 p/h Umbrella, inside IR35. What you'll do as a Principal Stress Engineer: Analyse and assess mechanical designs for strength, durability, performance and safety against regulatory and customer requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations. Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per requirements. Support the selection of manufacturing technologies and materials based on a sound understanding of material physical and mechanical properties and the mechanical fit, form and function of the product. Conduct structural and thermo-structural analyses of complex Products using Siemens NX. Advise/support on the development of mechanical structural designs to achieve the desired Product Requirements. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements (based on recognised military/civil standards). Point of contact for assigned projects, advising on all aspects of stress and structural dynamics throughout the product lifecycle. Technical Skills: Must Have Application of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniques for static and dynamic loading conditions and fatigue assessment (Land, Naval or Airborne equipment). Experience of environmental test methods for design verification and working knowledge of design certification for land based and airborne equipment. Proven experience in the use of Finite Element Analysis software tools (preferably Siemens NX/Nastran) and techniques. Nice To Have An understanding of the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. Experience in the design, analysis and test of electronics packaging and/or aerospace equipment. Experience in Thermal Analysis techniques and tool sets (IcePak, Siemens NX). Experience of manufacturing and joining techniques, engineering material properties.
Contract up until end of the year (initially) Up to £55.56 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35) Hybrid working (up to 4 days per week on site where required in either Basildon, Bristol or Southampton as preferred) Job Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting Stress Analysis, communicating the results and advising on all aspects of Structural Engineering activities. The role will involve working with multi-discipline project teams and our Customers across the UK. What you ll do as a Principal Stress Engineer: Analyse and assess mechanical designs for strength, durability, performance and safety against regulatory and customer requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations. Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per company requirements. Support the selection of manufacturing technologies and materials based on a sound understanding of material physical and mechanical properties and the mechanical fit, form and function of the product. Conduct structural and thermo-structural analyses of complex Products using Siemens NX. Advise/support on the development of mechanical structural designs to achieve the desired Product Requirements. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements (based on recognised military/civil standards). Point of contact for assigned projects, advising on all aspects of stress and structural dynamics throughout the product lifecycle. Key Attributes: Essential: Application of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniques for static and dynamic loading conditions and fatigue assessment (Land, Naval or Airborne equipment). Experience of environmental test methods for design verification and working knowledge of design certification for land based and airborne equipment. Proven experience in the use of Finite Element Analysis software tools (preferably Siemens NX/Nastran) and techniques. Desirable: An understanding of the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. Experience in the design, analysis and test of electronics packaging and/or aerospace equipment. Experience in Thermal Analysis techniques and tool sets (IcePak, Siemens NX). Experience of manufacturing and joining techniques, engineering material properties.
Oct 03, 2025
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Contract up until end of the year (initially) Up to £55.56 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35) Hybrid working (up to 4 days per week on site where required in either Basildon, Bristol or Southampton as preferred) Job Role: The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting Stress Analysis, communicating the results and advising on all aspects of Structural Engineering activities. The role will involve working with multi-discipline project teams and our Customers across the UK. What you ll do as a Principal Stress Engineer: Analyse and assess mechanical designs for strength, durability, performance and safety against regulatory and customer requirements using finite element techniques and classical hand calculations. Generate Finite Element Models and reports as per company requirements. Support the selection of manufacturing technologies and materials based on a sound understanding of material physical and mechanical properties and the mechanical fit, form and function of the product. Conduct structural and thermo-structural analyses of complex Products using Siemens NX. Advise/support on the development of mechanical structural designs to achieve the desired Product Requirements. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements (based on recognised military/civil standards). Point of contact for assigned projects, advising on all aspects of stress and structural dynamics throughout the product lifecycle. Key Attributes: Essential: Application of a wide range of classical hand calculation techniques for static and dynamic loading conditions and fatigue assessment (Land, Naval or Airborne equipment). Experience of environmental test methods for design verification and working knowledge of design certification for land based and airborne equipment. Proven experience in the use of Finite Element Analysis software tools (preferably Siemens NX/Nastran) and techniques. Desirable: An understanding of the Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. Experience in the design, analysis and test of electronics packaging and/or aerospace equipment. Experience in Thermal Analysis techniques and tool sets (IcePak, Siemens NX). Experience of manufacturing and joining techniques, engineering material properties.
