Mechanical Design Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Our client is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, or defence sectors to join their team. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be working on complex drones and Uncrewed Air Systems, designing and developing mechanical components and systems that meet system requirements.
Responsibilities:
- As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will use your skills and experience to design and develop complex drones and Uncrewed Air Systems.
- You will conduct feasibility studies, prototyping, and testing of mechanical designs to ensure that they meet system requirements.
- You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that mechanical designs meet system requirements.
- As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will develop and maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, bills of materials, and test plans.
- You will support the manufacturing process, including creating assembly instructions and providing technical support to production teams.
Requirements:
- As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- You must have experience in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, or defence sectors.
- You should have a strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and assembly techniques.
- You should have experience in mechanical design, including 3D CAD modeling and FEA analysis.
- As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- You must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Our client offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a dynamic work environment where you can thrive and grow your career as a Mechanical Design Engineer. If you have a passion for mechanical design and want to work on cutting-edge technology in the aerospace, aviation, automotive, or defence sectors, then apply now to join our client's team as a Mechanical Design Engineer.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £60,000.00-£80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Pewsey, Wiltshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mechanical Design Engineer roles across George Blake's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Staffing, Recruitment & Subcontracting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £60,000 - £80,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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