Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer Desford, Leicestershire (LE9) Initial 12-Month Contract - Extensions very likely Fully on site Core hours are Monday to Friday - 08:00-16:00 £25.40ph PAYE + Holiday and Pension or £37.77ph via an Umbrella company Are you an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer with strong CAD and product development experience? If so, this could be a great opportunity for you. What the Mechanical Design Engineer will do: • Design and develop ground-engaging tools and attachments, including buckets, forks and material-handling equipment • Create 3D models and detailed engineering drawings using Creo / Pro-E • Design structural fabrications, mechanical components and hydromechanical attachments • Support new product introduction projects from initial concept through to production • Release new designs and current production changes using Teamcenter • Work alongside analysis teams and interpret FEA results • Support prototype builds, design fit-up, testing and product validation • Contribute to validation plans to ensure products achieve reliability targets • Manage and support multiple engineering projects simultaneously • Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams throughout the full product development lifecycle What the Mechanical Design Engineer will need: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or significant relevant industry experience • Experience using 3D CAD software, preferably Creo / Pro-E • Experience designing structural fabrications and mechanical components • Experience using PLM systems, preferably Teamcenter • Good understanding of product development and NPI processes • Experience supporting projects from concept through design, testing and validation • Strong project management skills with the ability to deliver engineering projects successfully • Good understanding of engineering materials and manufacturing processes Experience within heavy equipment, off-highway machinery, construction equipment or attachments would be advantageous. Candidates with transferable mechanical design experience from manufacturing, industrial equipment, aerospace or rail will also be considered. To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.