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Contract Mechanical Design Engineer (Chassis)
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Contract Mechanical Design Engineer - Chassis Team
4 day week. 37 hours
£55-75ph DOE Inside IR35
6 months
Starting asap
Overview:
Hands-on design of chassis structures and sheet metal/fabricated components - 3D CAD and 2D production drawings. You'll also support the production line directly, investigating build issues as they arise and releasing fixes through the engineering change process. Good understanding of how supplied components (axles etc.) integrate into the chassis needed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, engineer, and validate new systems and components from concept to production.
- Communicate design requirements clearly to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Support product launches and provide engineering assistance to resolve production and field issues.
- Investigate service issues, identify root causes, and implement practical solutions.
- Work collaboratively within a cross-functional team, maintaining high standards of quality and attention to detail.
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Person Profile / Requirements:
Qualifications:
- HNC/HND/Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (essential).
- M/BEng or Chartered Engineer (desirable).
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Experience & Skills:
- 3+ years industry experience in mechanical design, ideally within automotive or related sectors.
- Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals including stress, strain, fatigue, material specifications, and design methodology.
- Experience with manufacturing processes, design for manufacture & assembly, and problem-solving.
- Proficient in CAD (ideally Solid Edge), BS8888 drawing standards, and BOM creation.
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