Principle mechanical Design Engineer

Reference: BBBH39275_1737474596
  • £50000.00 - £60000.00 per annum
  • Hertfordshire
  • Permanent
  • Defence

Principal Mechanical Design Engineers

  • Salary: Competitive depending on experience
  • Location: Hertfordshire (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role)
  • Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification
  • Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship

Role Requirements:

  • A Degree, HND, or HNC in Mechanical Design or a related field, with significant experience in Mechanical Design and Development.
  • Ability to lead mechanical design tasks and work within multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Knowledge of proving and qualification activities to ensure compliance.
  • Strong experience using design methods like DFMEA, DFA, and DFM.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence others.
  • Experience working with suppliers and internal/external teams.
  • Awareness of cultural differences and the ability to adapt.
  • A positive, professional attitude with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks.
  • Knowledge of structural, thermal, or dynamic analysis is a plus.
  • Experience with 3D CAD/CAE (training will be provided for preferred tools).
  • Some travel within the UK and occasionally to Europe may be required.


Benefits Package:

  • Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
  • Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
  • Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
  • Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
  • Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  • Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
  • Training and Development: Excellent career progression, training and career development opportunities


If you feel this role is suitable please contact me on 01923 470 763 or alternatively send a copy of your cv to my email address: i.galliford@mane.co.uk

Isaac Galliford Recruitment Consultant

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