Mechanical Engineer - 3 Month contract

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (FTC or Inside IR35) Rate: Market Rates Location: Full time on-site - Worcestershire Industry: High-Tech Manufacturing / Advanced Communications Overview: A…

Inside IR35 Engineering
Pay rate £45 – £55/hour
Contract type Contract
Posted 9 September 2026

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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (FTC or Inside IR35)

Rate: Market Rates

Location: Full time on-site - Worcestershire

Industry: High-Tech Manufacturing / Advanced Communications

Overview:

A global leader in advanced communications technology requires a Mechanical Engineer for a 3-month contract to drive a key project from detailed design into prototype build, testing, and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

Finalize mechanical designs, engineering drawings, BOMs, and data packs.

Provide hands-on support during prototype assembly, troubleshooting, and part modifications.

Write test plans/schedules and support thermal, vibration, and environmental qualification activities.

Process engineering changes and maintain CAD/PDM documentation.

Requirements:

Proven experience writing test schedules and supporting prototype integration/builds.

Strong skills in engineering drawings, BOM management, PDM systems, and change control.

Hands-on workshop/assembly capability and solid DfM/DfA understanding.

Industry background in aerospace, defence, RF, satellite, or electronics is highly desirable.

Must be eligible for UK BPSS security clearance (no VISA sponsorship available).

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