Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer
Location: Horsham
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000

A growing engineering business in the defence sector is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join its multidisciplinary design team. You’ll work on precision electro‑mechanical mechanisms and machinery for harsh environments, contributing from concept through to production.
 
The Role

• Design complex electro‑mechanical mechanisms and precision assemblies.
• Perform classical engineering analysis (stress, fatigue, vibration) using hand calculations and simulation tools.
• Produce detailed engineering and assembly drawings for manufacture.
• Support lab testing and verification to ensure designs meet specification and customer requirements.
• Contribute to engineering reports for new product development and failure investigations.
• Work closely with electronics, controls and drive engineers to integrate complete systems.
• Support production, test and field engineering teams, and assist Sales with technical input for bids and quotations.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and drawings using SolidWorks.

Skills & Experience
Essential:

• 1–2 years’ experience in a mechanical engineering role.
• Experience designing complex mechanisms/structures for harsh environments (defence or similar ideal).
• Proven track record taking designs from specification and concept through to production.
• Ability to analyse loads and design around gear drives, bearings and motors.
• Understanding of machining, casting, fabrication and moulding techniques.
• SolidWorks 3D CAD experience.
• Confident communicating with customers and stakeholders; able to produce clear reports and contribute in design reviews.

Desirable:

• Experience designing equipment for harsh/mission‑critical environments.
• Background in defence, scientific equipment, special‑purpose machinery or high‑end custom engineering.
• 5+ years’ mechanical engineering experience.

 
If you’re a mechanical engineer who enjoys complex mechanisms, precision design and working in a mixed‑discipline team, please apply with your CV or message me for a confidential chat.
 Contact Max Sinclair max@holtengineering.co.uk