Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: Alexander Associates Technical Resources
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

Overview

In this role, you will design and analyse mechanical components for launch vehicles, turning concepts into manufacturable hardware. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, high-performance systems that endure demanding environments. You’ll guide parts through concept, testing, and qualification, contributing to cutting-edge aerospace technology. This is a hands-on role with a clear impact on hardware delivery and ongoing improvement.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • benefits package

Responsibilities

  • Design mechanical components, assemblies and systems for launch vehicle applications
  • Create detailed 3D CAD models and technical drawings
  • Support full product lifecycle from concept to manufacture and testing
  • Conduct design reviews, tolerance studies and design-for-manufacture assessments
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, test and systems engineering teams to ensure delivery
  • Support prototype development, integration and testing activities
  • Investigate and resolve engineering issues throughout development
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering best practices

Key requirements

  • Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
  • Experience in mechanical design within a complex engineering environment
  • Proficient with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or similar
  • Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, materials and manufacturing processes
  • Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills
  • team collaboration
  • problem-solving
  • clear communication
  • 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA)
  • manufacturing processes
  • design-for-manufacture

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Posted: October 1st, 2026