Mechanical Design Engineer

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join our Loughborough team to support test rig programmes, including the design, modelling, and delivery of jigs, fixtures, and prototypes. You will work closely with project teams to ensure that test setups are fully functional, safe, and optimised to support programme objectives.

• Location: Loughborough
• On Site: Yes
• Clearance: None
• Experience Level: Mid-Level

Key Responsibilities:

• Designing, modelling, and developing mechanical components, jigs, fixtures, and prototypes to support test programmes.
• Collaborating with project teams to translate technical requirements into practical test solutions.
• Using SolidWorks and HyperWorks to create detailed designs, assemblies, technical drawings, and perform structural simulations.
• Supporting the end-to-end delivery of mechanical test assets from concept through build, installation, and validation.
• Applying mechanical engineering principles to ensure durability, functionality, and safety of test rigs.
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Contributing to continuous improvement in test rig design methodologies and documentation processes.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Mechanical design experience, preferably using SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Background in mechanical engineering, project engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience designing and delivering prototypes, jigs, fixtures, or test rigs.
• Ability to take a design concept from initial idea through to implementation and validation.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with project teams and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in test rig design and development within automotive, aerospace, or defence sectors.
• Understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes, tolerancing, and material selection.
• Exposure to project delivery methodologies and engineering documentation standards

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

About the Company

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!