Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Reference icon Reference Number: 435963
  • PublishDate iconJob Published: 30/03/2026
  • JobType iconForm of employment: Contract
  • salaryRate iconSalary: £45 - £50 Per hour
  • domain iconIndustry: Engineering
  • type iconJob Type: Full Time

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Bristol

Rate: Negotiable

Inside IR35 via Umbrella

Duration: 12 months


Our client is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a small, high-calibre engineering team developing next-generation on-wing engine inspection technologies and automation solutions.


Key responsibilities:


  • Support mechanical engineering and production teams across a range of activities.

  • Create and update 3D CAD models and drawings.

  • Produce technical documentation, including SOPs, BoMs, QA and build notes.

  • Carry out mechanical testing, including thermal and robotic apparatus.

  • Support workshop activities, QA, 3D printing, and production jig design/setup.

  • Communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams.

  • Travel occasionally within the UK to conduct product testing.


Essential experience:


  • CAD and technical drawing experience.

  • Workshop skills, including basic power and hand tools.

  • Experience in a production environment with tooling and documentation.

  • Working in small, fast-moving engineering teams.

  • QA, engineering verification and validation experience.

  • Agile and lean-focused environments.


Desirable:


  • 3D printing (FDM / SLA).

  • Quality engineering experience, including CMM, gauges, and metrology.


Personal attributes:


  • Positive, self-motivated, and proactive.

  • Flexible and able to adapt to changing priorities.

  • Strong communicator and team player.

  • Highly organised, tidy, and precise.


To apply, please send your CVs in the first instance