Mechanical Engineer

Manpower; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract in Bristol. The role involves supporting engineering teams, producing CAD models, and participating in mechanical testing. Ideal candidates will have experience with Autodesk Inventor and strong workshop skills. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute to innovative aerospace inspection technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAD and mechanical drawing.
• Hands-on workshop skills with power and hand tools.
• Experience in small, agile engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering and production teams with mechanical design tasks.
• Produce and review 3D CAD models.
• Assist with technical documentation and QA.

Skills

CAD experience

Hands-on workshop skills

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Adaptability

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Mechanical Engineer - Contract

Location: Bristol (hybrid)

Duration: 12 Months

Rate: Up to £50/hour (Inside IR35 - Umbrella only)

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their cutting‑edge robotics and inspection technology team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, supporting the development of on‑wing engine inspection tools and automation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering and production teams with mechanical design and assembly tasks
• Produce and review 3D CAD models and technical drawings (Autodesk Inventor)
• Assist with technical documentation: SOPs, BoMs, QA notes, and build procedures
• Participate in mechanical testing, jig setup, QA, and workshop‑based tasks
• Communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical stakeholders
• Occasional travel within the UK for product testing and support

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in CAD and mechanical drawing (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
• Hands‑on workshop skills with power and hand tools
• Familiarity with production tooling, QA processes, and technical documentation
• Experience working in small, agile engineering teams
• Understanding of engineering validation and verification processes

Desirable Skills

• Experience with 3D printing (FDM/SLA)
• Exposure to quality engineering tools such as CMM, gauges, and metrology

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, organised, and detail‑oriented
• Strong team player and clear communicator
• Comfortable adapting to changing priorities in a dynamic environment

Interested?

Apply now to join a forward‑thinking team developing tomorrow's aerospace inspection technologies.