Mechanical design engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Defence Sector Competitive Salary + Pension (7%) + Sick Pay + Relocation Assistance About us: A leading provider of specialist products for the defence industry. We design and manufacture innovative solutions that meet the rigorous demands of our clients. We our specialists designing and manufacturing products used in the investigation and removal of hazardous materials. Our team is composed of highly skilled professionals dedicated to excellence in engineering and project management. Position Overview: We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer who can demonstrate a mininum of 5 years experience working in a design engineer environment; producing complex, high tolerance components. The ideal candidate will be responsible for engineering design, project planning, reporting and providing technical and administrative support to all projects. This role requires a varied background and a strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles; stress, forces, materials, thermal analysis and calculations. Responsibilities: Conduct engineering design activities for bespoke, clean sheet prototype products Produce concept and detail designs in line with project plans Update project plans and timelines to ensure timely completion of deliverables Produce comprehensive reports detailing project progress and outcomes Provide technical and administrative support on all projects Generate procurement lists and raise RFQs and purchase orders as necessary Requirements: Min 5 years experience working in a design manufacturing environment producing complex components; ideally aerospace or medical devices Qualified in Mechanical Engineering to HNC or NVQ level 5 Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles Able to perform classic hand calculations Strong background in design/project engineering and administration Proficiency in a 3D design package such as Solidworks Proficient in Microsoft Office suite ** Must be a UK national in order to pass security vetting upon employment** Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunities for professional development and advancement Collaborative work environment Hours: Mon-Thur 07.30 - 16.00, Fri 07.30 - 13.00 If you are a motivated and talented engineer looking to join a dynamic team in the defence industry, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you! At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions. We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power Renewable Energy. Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes