Mechanical Design Engineer

Job Title: Contract Design Engineer

Duration: Minimum 3 months (with potential for extension)

Location: Leeds or Home based (3 nights away in Surrey onsite)

Hourly Rate: £35-£40 per hour (Outside IR35)

Immediate Start

About Us:

A leading OEM firm specialising in providing innovative automated machines are currently requiring a highly skilled Contract Design Engineer to join our team for a minimum of 3 months to assist with a DEFRA, FGT quotation project. This role offers an immediate start and the opportunity to work on challenging projects in a dynamic environment.

Job Description:

As a Contract Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Designing and detailing using Inventor Software.

Producing step files, production drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).

Generating fabrication drawings, including support steelwork, for quotation purposes.

Creating General Arrangements/Layouts.

Conducting stress, loads, and FEA calculations.

Utilising structural or architectural experience for negotiating building drawings.

Conducting site visits with the possibility of overnight stays.

Requirements:

Solid background and experience with Inventor Software.

Proven experience in producing production drawings, fabrication drawings, and BOMs.

Proficiency in stress, loads, and FEA calculations.

Structural or architectural experience is necessary.

Willingness to conduct site visits and potentially stay overnight.

Ability to work both in an office environment and remotely as needed

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate (£35-£40 per hour).

Immediate start opportunity.

Potential for extension beyond initial 3 months.

Flexibility to work remotely on occasion after initial office-based period.

If you are a talented Contract Design Engineer with a solid background in design and engineering, and you’re ready to take on a challenging project