Our client, a Defence and Maritime supplier is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join them on an initial 6 month contract at their site in Rugeley.Due to the nature of the role, we can only consider sole British nationals and you must be eligible for full SC Clearance.Hybrid working at their site in Rugeley.Market rates, inside IR35.6 month initial contract with possible extensions.Key responsibilities of the role include:Generating drawings from models in CADCarrying out minor elements of product designContributing to the development of engineering excellence within the businessProviding mechanical engineering expertise in support of future business opportunities The ideal candidate should have:A degree or higher in mechanical engineeringBroad knowledge of all aspects of engineering, such as systems, electrical, electro-mechanical, and rotating machineryExperience in manufacturing methods applicable to electrical enclosures, such as metal fabrications, castings, welding, machining, and corrosion protectionProficiency in SolidworksGood knowledge of materialsGood knowledge of best practices in design lifecycle processes, such as gated design phases and design reviewsExperience in designing to strict requirements such as shock, EMC and ..... full job details .....