Mechanical Design Engineer

A great opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team working on advanced flight simulator hardware. You’ll be contributing to the design and development of high-fidelity training systems used by pilot training organisations worldwide. In this role, you’ll be involved in developing mechanical and electromechanical systems, producing detailed models and drawings, supporting testing and validation, and working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, safety-critical hardware. This is a fast-paced environment where ownership, agility, and collaboration are key. What you’ll be doing Designing mechanical and electromechanical hardware for next-generation flight simulators Producing detailed 3D models, drawings, and specifications using industry-standard CAD tools Working with systems, software, and project teams to deliver integrated solutions Ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and supporting testing/validation Contributing to continuous improvement and evaluating new tools and technologies Supporting supplier management and component integration Providing technical leadership or mentoring depending on seniority What we’re looking for Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) Experience in mechanical/electromechanical hardware development Strong CAD skills (experience with Creo/Pro-E or CATIA V5 is a big plus) Experience with structural analysis/FEA tools (NASTRAN, Ansys, Abaqus welcomed) Familiarity with PLM systems (Windchill, Teamcenter) Understanding of aerospace mechanical/electrical standards Strong problem-solving skills and experience with testing/validation Comfortable working in multi-disciplinary teams Experience in flight simulation, aerospace, automotive, wind energy, or similar industries is an advantage Benefits Pension matched up to 7% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service) Private Medical Insurance Life Assurance (4x salary) Group Income Protection Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support) Digital GP access Holiday buy/sell scheme (up to 5 days) Retail, travel & leisure discounts Onsite parking with EV charging  If you’re looking to work on meaningful, technically challenging projects within a collaborative engineering environment, this could be a great next step. TT

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