Mechanical Design Engineer (Mid–Senior Level)
Location: Near Billingshurst, West Sussex
Type: Permanent
Sector: Engineering Consultancy
The Opportunity
An opportunity for a mid to senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering consultancy delivering complex, high-performance systems across defence, aerospace, marine, and automotive sectors.
You’ll initially support a highly regulated programme within a defence-aligned environment, while gaining exposure to a wider portfolio of innovative, technically challenging projects. The role offers a balanced split between hands‑on design and project support, working closely with a Principal Design Engineer to deliver robust, real‑world solutions.
This is ideal for someone who enjoys both technical design work and involvement in the wider project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the design and development of mechanical systems from concept through to delivery
- Work closely with the Principal Design Engineer on technical delivery and project milestones
- Produce 3D CAD models and detailed drawings using CATIA V5
- Translate requirements into practical, manufacturable engineering solutionsContribute to design reviews, validation, and continuous improvement activities
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to support project delivery
- Assist with planning and coordination of engineering activities
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Skills
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering (1st Class preferred)
- Experience in mechanical design within a regulated or high‑performance environment (e.g. defence, aerospace, marine, or automotive)
- Strong working knowledge of CATIA V5 (3DExperience beneficial)
- Solid understanding of mechanisms, materials, and engineering first principles
- Experience working within a project‑driven engineering environment
- Exposure to pneumatic systems would be advantageous
Profile
- Operating at a mid–senior level, comfortable taking ownership while supporting senior engineers
- Strong communicator, able to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
- Proactive, organised, and delivery‑focused
- Motivated by a role that combines design engineering with project involvement
Why Apply?
- Work across defence, aerospace, marine, and automotive projects
- Initial involvement in a highly regulated, defence‑aligned programme
- Close collaboration with experienced engineers
- Opportunity to develop both technically and within project delivery
- Supportive, engineering‑led environment
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