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Mechanical Design Engineer
Mechanical Design Engineer (UAV/Drone Launch Systems) — Hereford
About the Role
A Mechanical Design Engineer is required to join an innovative engineering team specialising in the design and development of UAV/drone launch systems. This opportunity is open to Graduate Design Engineers as well as experienced professionals.
Based in Hereford, the company designs and manufactures products in the UK for global markets. With a growing order book, they are expanding their team and seeking Mechanical Design Engineers to contribute to highly innovative projects.
The role demands a hands-on approach and a can-do attitude, along with the ability to work independently within a small but dynamic engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for:
- Developing mechanical design schemes and detailed designs for UAV/drone launch systems, including their assembly and launch mechanisms.
- Using hand calculations, simulation methods, and modelling tools (e.g., SolidWorks, ANSYS, or similar) to size, analyse, and optimise system components.
- Conducting concept design of mechanical systems using CAD software.
- Supporting in-house prototype builds.
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Requirements
To excel in this role, you should have:
- A degree in Engineering.
- Proficient use of CAD (ideally SolidWorks) for modelling parts and assemblies.
- Ability to carry out engineering calculations and utilise modelling/simulation tools (e.g., Mathcad, ANSYS).
- Experience in developing mechanical systems from concept to reality.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
- Familiarity with pneumatics or hydraulics (beneficial but not essential).
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Why Join Us?
✔ An opportunity to contribute to highly innovative projects, delivering high-quality products to the global market.
✔ Work with a forward-thinking British company at the forefront of innovation, recognised as a fast-growing organisation.
✔ Collaborate in a small engineering team, where outstanding performance is rewarded, allowing you to see your designs realised from concept to functional product.
✔ Highly competitive salary.
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