Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior and Principal Level Positions Avaiable

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
Location: Bristol (Relocation assistance may be available)
Dynamic (Hybrid) Working: 4-5 days per week on-site, based on workload classification
Security Clearance:Must be a British Citizen or Dual UK National with British citizenship to be considered

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team working on innovative and disruptive technologies. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the mechanical design of novel systems in the early stages of development. You will lead the mechanical development for assigned projects, sub-systems, or components, contributing your expertise to a range of missile design research and mainstream projects.

You'll have the opportunity to shape the direction of these projects, rapidly prototype new designs, and contribute to future research initiatives. You will also have the chance to propose ideas for new research topics and secure funding to advance these ideas within the team.

What We're Looking for:

• A solid understanding of Mechanical Design, including experience with packaging electronics and thermal considerations.
• Ability to develop conceptual design solutions with limited information and evolving requirements.
• Awareness of other related fields such as Structural Design and Low Observability is beneficial.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate, influence, and negotiate across teams.
• Relevant experience with 3D CAD/CAE tools (training on preferred CAE tools will be provided).

Note: Successful candidates will be required to achieve DV (Developed Vetting) level clearance for this role.

What We Offer:

• Company Bonus: Up to £2,500 (performance-based, varies annually)
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution (employer and employee combined)
• Overtime: Opportunities for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, with additional support for paternity leave, neonatal leave, and fertility treatments
• Facilities: Excellent site amenities, including subsidised meals and free parking
• Training and Development: Opportunities for career progression, training, and skill development

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

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