Mechanical Design Engineer - contract

Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Hybrid (minimum on-site days to be discussed) Start Date: ASAP Salary: £35-£45k

Are you a mechanical engineer looking for a new challenge in innovative product development? We’re hiring a Mechanical Design Engineer for a 6-month fixed-term contract with a hybrid working model . Join our team to lead exciting New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through to production launch.

The Role As the Project Lead Mechanical Engineer , you will be responsible for providing expert mechanical engineering input across assigned NPD projects. This includes: Conducting technical research and problem analysis Designing and prototyping innovative products Leading qualification testing Supporting new product introduction (NPI) into production You’ll play a key role in turning ideas into high-quality, manufacturable solutions. Key Responsibilities Deliver comprehensive documentation for each project stage (Stage-Gate process) Create and manage CAD models and technical drawings Develop and execute detailed test plans for validation and improv...