Back Posted: Oct 14 2025

Mechanical Engineer - Outside IR35, SC Cleared

Chertsey, Surrey , United Kingdom

Public/Government jobs >> RAF/Military

Negotiable

Contract

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Our client, a prominent entity within the Defence & Security sector, is currently looking for an SC Cleared Mechanical Engineer for a contract position outside IR35. This role demands someone capable of integrating seamlessly into project teams to provide mechanical expertise on various products and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist and liaise with project teams on mechanical aspects of products and systems.
Design bespoke equipment in accordance with defence standards to enhance modern defence capabilities.
Select materials, manufacturing processes, and integration methods suitable for the equipment's use.
Provide technical advice to suppliers and internal departments to ensure product compliance with design intent.
Advise and conduct testing to demonstrate compliance with Defence and International Standards.
Support Quality and Production to ensure components and end products meet design intents.
Assist off-site engineers with problem-solving, troubleshooting, and integration/testing of products and systems.
Ensure all data and design decisions adhere to best practices to maintain traceability.
Comply with all relevant Health and Safety requirements and practices operated by the client.
Contribute to design development and reviews to manage project opportunities and risks effectively.

Job Requirements:

A relevant engineering qualification such as a Level 6 NVQ or Honour's Degree in a numerate discipline, or equivalent industrial experience.
Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
A Level 3 qualification (NVQ 3, Advanced Apprenticeship, or AS/A Level) linked to Maths and Science (Physics).
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken, or at least to level B2 according to CEFR.
Formal training in and experience with CAD software (Inventor preferred).
Competence with 3D design software (Inventor preferred) and ability to create 2D drawings as per BS EN8888 or equivalent standards.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to work across multiple projects and meet challenging timescales within a small team environment.
A passion for practical problem-solving.
Self-motivation, a drive to learn, and an eagerness to enhance work practices and embrace emerging technologies.
An understanding of the importance of traceability and process in mechanical engineering.
Knowledge of creating intuitive, modifiable parts and assemblies to facilitate ease of modification.
Grasp of product data management systems (AutoDesk Vault preferred).
Awareness of JIRA or similar task monitoring tools.
Basic understanding of stress analysis using hand calculations and FEA (Nastran preferred).
If you are an experienced Mechanical Engineer with security clearance and are seeking a new contract opportunity in the Defence and Security sector, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative and dynamic team

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-178070
Position Type: Contract
Applicants: 0
Views: 1

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