Mechanical Engineer – Gearbox & Transmission Design – 6 Month Contract (Outside IR35)
Role: Mechanical Engineer
Contract: Outside IR35
Duration: 6 Months (This will likely extend)
Rate: £50ph to £68ph (DOE)
Working Arrangement: 1 day on average per week on site
Location: Buckinghamshire
About the Opportunity
Our client is an innovative engineering organisation developing next-generation propulsion and power systems for advanced aerospace applications. Operating at the forefront of sustainable aviation technology, the company is focused on solving some of the industry’s most complex mechanical and energy-transfer challenges.
The engineering team is comprised of specialists from aerospace, motorsport, automotive and energy sectors, working collaboratively to develop highly efficient, high-performance systems capable of operating in demanding environments.
As the programme continues to scale, they are seeking experienced engineers with expertise in transmission systems, rotating machinery and gearbox analysis to support critical development activities across design validation, performance optimisation and reliability assessment.
The Role
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in gearbox and transmission systems to support the analysis, validation and development of high-power mechanical drivetrains.
This role is primarily analysis-focused, although candidates with design experience will be highly regarded. You will work on complex power transmission systems, evaluating performance, reliability and durability within highly demanding operating environments.
Applications are welcomed from engineers who have worked within motorsport, aerospace, defence, energy, automotive or industrial sectors where high-power transfer and rotating machinery are critical.
Candidates from organisations such as Xtrac, Hewland, Ricardo, GKN, Rolls-Royce, Safran, Siemens Gamesa, Vestas, GE Vernova, Formula 1 teams and similar engineering environments are particularly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform detailed gearbox and transmission system analysis.
- Conduct stress, fatigue, durability and reliability assessments of gears, shafts, bearings and associated components.
- Analyse gearbox performance, efficiency, thermal behaviour and power transfer characteristics.
- Support root cause investigations and failure analysis activities.
- Develop analytical models and engineering calculations for rotating machinery and transmission systems.
- Review and validate mechanical designs against operational and performance requirements.
- Collaborate with design, systems and test teams to optimise mechanical performance.
- Analyse test data and correlate results with analytical predictions.
- Produce technical reports, recommendations and engineering documentation.
Required Experience
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven experience working with gearbox, transmission or driveline systems.
- Strong background in analysis-led mechanical engineering.
- Experience working with high-power rotating equipment and power transmission systems.
- Good understanding of gears, bearings, shafts, lubrication systems and transmission architectures.
- Experience conducting stress, fatigue, durability or reliability assessments.
- Ability to interpret test data and support validation activities.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Desirable Experience
Experience within one or more of the following sectors:
- Motorsport
- Formula 1
- Automotive transmission systems
- Aerospace propulsion systems
- Gas turbines
- Turbofan engines
- Wind turbine drivetrains and gearboxes
- Defence
- Marine propulsion
- Industrial rotating machinery
Additionally desirable:
- Experience with Xtrac or Hewland gearbox systems.
- Transmission design and development experience.
- FEA and simulation experience.
- Gear design standards and methodologies.
- Failure investigation and root cause analysis expertise.
Contract Details
- Mechanical Engineer – Gearboxes
- Initial 6-Month Contract
- Outside IR35
- Up to £68 per hour
- Hybrid Working
- Average 1 Day Per Week Onsite
- Immediate Start Available
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineer to work on cutting-edge propulsion technologies, applying expertise in gearbox analysis, rotating machinery and high-power transmission systems within a fast-paced engineering environment.
If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email george.taylor@everec.co.uk
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