Mechanical Engineer

1 week ago

Filton, United Kingdom Manpower UK Ltd Full time

Mechanical Engineer - Robotics R&D
Location: Bristol (4-5 days per week)
Duration: 12 Months
Rate: Up to £50/hour (Inside IR35 - Umbrella only)

Our client are looking for a Mechanical Engineer contractor to join a small, high‑calibre team developing next‑generation on‑wing engine inspection technologies and automation solutions. This is a 12‑month contract based predominantly on‑site in Filton, Bristol.

The role

You will support mechanical and electro‑mechanical R&D across design, prototyping, and testing, combining hands‑on workshop activity with 3D CAD and technical documentation. You will work closely with multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, helping to take concepts through rapid prototyping, verification and validation, and on‑wing product testing.

Key responsibilities

Support in‑house engineering and production teams with mechanical and electro‑mechanical test work (including thermal and robotic apparatus).

Build and test prototypes, jigs and test rigs, including workshop, QA and 3D printing activities.

Create and review 3D CAD models and drawings (Autodesk Inventor), BoMs, SOPs, QA and build notes.

Produce clear technical documentation and reports, and communicate technical requirements to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Support occasional UK travel to GE MRO sites for on‑site product testing.

Essential experience

Strong experience with CAD and technical drawings.

Hands‑on workshop skills with basic hand and power tools.

Experience of engineering verification and validation, particularly development and prototype testing.

Background in an R&D‑style environment and electro‑mechanical test design, setup and execution.

Experience working in small, fast‑moving engineering teams.

Desirable skills and traits

3D printing (FDM / SLA).

Basic electronics (soldering, wiring, use of lab equipment such as power supplies and oscilloscopes).

Positive, self‑motivated and flexible, with excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Strong focus on tidiness, organisation and precision in all tasks.

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in a hands‑on mechanical role within a cutting‑edge aerospace robotics team, please apply with your CV and availability

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