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Akkodis
Mechanical Design Engineer
Hertfordshire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Salary
- 55000.00 GBP Annual + Plus Bonus, Plus Paid Overtime, Hybrid
- Recruiter
- Akkodis
- Closes
- 25 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Title: Principal Mechanical Design Engineer
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Location: Stevenage
Hybrid Working: Typically 2-3 days per week on-site to meet programme needs
Security Requirements:
Applicants must be a British Citizen or a dual national including British citizenship. Nationality and right-to-work restrictions may apply. Successful candidates will need to obtain BPSS security clearance as part of the onboarding process.
What we offer
Annual bonus: Up to 2,500, based on company performance
Pension: Up to 14% combined employer/employee contribution
Overtime: Paid overtime opportunities available
Flexible leave: Up to 15 additional flexi days per year
Flexible working options: Open to applicants seeking adaptable working patterns
About the role
With an expanding project pipeline, we are seeking Principal Mechanical Design Engineers to contribute across all stages of the product lifecycle-from early conceptual studies and detailed design through to qualification, production support and in-service engineering.
You will play a key role in leading mechanical design solutions for a variety of complex defence products, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
This role also offers strong potential for future career development and progression.
What we're looking for
Qualification to Degree/HND/HNC level in a relevant discipline, along with substantial mechanical design experience
Proven ability to lead design work packages and operate effectively within multi-disciplinary project teams
Understanding of qualification, verification and compliance activities
Experience with industry-standard design practices such as DFMEA, DFA and DFM
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders across the organisation
Background in supplier engagement and collaboration with external and internal engineering partners
Cultural awareness and adaptability when working with diverse teams
Some knowledge of structural, thermal or dynamic analysis is desirable
Hands-on experience with 3D CAD and CAE tools (training available for specific software)
Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.
Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.
By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Ad ID: 5417474619
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