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Design Engineer | Cambridge | £45,000
Are you a creative problem-solver with a passion for engineering precision? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation meets airworthiness? This Mechanical Design Engineer role offers the opportunity to shape the future of aerospace design while working on cutting-edge HOV programmes.
Join a forward-thinking Engineering team where your ideas will influence real-world solutions and your designs will take flight. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values autonomy, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will benefit from:
Hybrid working – allowing you to complement your personal and working life
25 days annual leave (plus 8 public holidays)
Bereavement counselling via Canada Life – no waiting period
Cycle to Work Scheme – discounts on bicycles and accessories
Employee Assistance Programme – Health Assured, no waiting period
Health insurance – Simply Health, no waiting period
Life assurance – 2x annual salary, provided by Canada Life
Pension scheme – Scottish Widows, 5% employer contribution (opt-in available before 90 days)
Free annual vision exam – Specsavers (for employees using computer equipment)
As Mechanical Design Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
Delivering new HOV programme milestones on time and within budget
Ensuring engineering adherence to internal processes and aerospace regulations
Supporting operational excellence and feeding product improvement ideas into the design team
Designing components and preparing mechanical drawings and 3D models
Investigating and resolving build issues during production
As Mechanical Design Engineer, your experience will include:
Experience in manufacturing and design processes, ideally within aerospace
Working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD systems and MS Office
Understanding of composite and metallic materials and their manufacturing processes
Strong communication skills across multidisciplinary teams
A background in apprenticeship schemes or equivalent vocational training
Previous contributions to programme completions and use of PLM systems
Interested?
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Charlie Crotty at Rubicon Recruitment for more information.
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