Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer - Product Design Pitstone, Hertfordshire - hybrid Inside IR35 6-12 months Role overview: In order to develop and expand the capabilities of SAFRAN Engineering Services in the UK, we are…

Inside IR35 Hybrid Engineering
Pay rate £35 – £40/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 24 September 2026

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Mechanical Design Engineer - Product Design

Pitstone, Hertfordshire - hybrid

Inside IR35

6-12 months

Role overview:

In order to develop and expand the capabilities of SAFRAN Engineering Services in the UK, we are looking for a Contractor to support as an Mechanical Engineer Product Design. This position will be based full time in Pitstone, Hertfordshire and will be for an Inside IR35 Contractor for 6-12 months with the possibility of becoming a permanent position.

Job Description

To strengthen the Through Life Support (TLS) team by adding a Senior Level Mechanical Engineer focused on enhancing the team's efficiency and effectiveness.
Provide both tactical and strategic support as needed, ensuring the continued success of project deliverables and contributing to the long-term success of the business.
Engineering Leadership: Represent Engineering at Level 1 / 2 Quick Response Quality Clinic (QRQC) meetings, ensuring technical leadership and decision-making during critical discussions.
Collaboration and Solution Delivery: Work closely with the OE and MRO teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and documentation, ensuring seamless collaboration across the business.
Production Support: Support production teams in meeting build schedules by addressing engineering issues promptly and effectively, collaborating with suppliers, assembly, and test teams, and maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders.
Engineering Investigations: Lead the delivery, support, and approval of clear and concise engineering investigations, providing thorough analysis and effective resolutions to complex challenges.

Requirements:

Educational Background: A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related design discipline, or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
Industry Experience: Proven experience in designing complex electromechanical products within highly regulated sectors such as aerospace. Experience in the design and development of rotating machinery, including smart motor and generator technologies is highly desirable.
Problem Solving: Ability to analyse and resolve complex engineering problems by developing innovative and practical solutions.
Performance Management: Experience in defining and tracking performance metrics to assess design quality and project delivery, using this data to drive continuous improvement within the team.

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