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Mechanical Engineer in Basildon, Essex
Location Basildon, Essex
Salary Negotiable
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A market leading Defence client of ours is currently in the market for a Mechanical Engineer to join the business on a contract basis. As a Mechanical Engineer, to support the design and development of electro-optic (EO) products within a multi-disciplinary team. The role offers hybrid working with flexibility to attend site for key milestones and deliverables.
Key Responsibilities

• Support delivery of technical solutions for major programmes.
• Develop mechanical designs to company and international standards.
• Carry out detailed design, calculations, tolerance studies, and CAD modelling (PTC Creo).
• Produce drawings and manufacturing data packs (BS8888, GD&T).
• Generate BoMs in Teamcenter and support design reviews.
• Deliver solutions that meet requirements, budget, and schedule.

Skills & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on design experience with 3D CAD (PTC Creo preferred).
• Mechanical design for electronic/EO products.
• Knowledge of structural and thermal considerations, materials, and finishes.
• Experience with jigs, fixtures, tooling, and cable harness design.
• Familiarity with DfX (manufacture, assembly, test, sustainability).
• Strong team player in multi-disciplinary environments.

If this looks suitable please don't hesitate to contact me on or hit apply and we can discuss further.
Disclaimer
This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Job reference 128071_1759159843
Date posted 29 September 2025
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