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
Salary description
£35.00 - £46.00 per hour