Mechanical Design Engineer - Lightweight Structures

Mechanical Design Engineer – Lightweight Structures

iO Associates have recently partnered with an innovative engineering organisation developing next‑generation lightweight solutions for high‑performance industries.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be involved in designing a wide range of structural components and the specialist tooling needed to support an advanced composite deposition process. This is a varied, hands‑on role that spans concept design, engineering development, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing lightweight mechanical components for demanding applications, including use in high‑end industrial and aerospace environments.
• Creating tooling, fixtures, and purpose-built equipment for a robotic composite manufacturing process.
• Supporting process development by contributing to mechanical solutions that enhance reliability, precision, and manufacturability.
• Interpreting customer needs and converting them into robust engineering concepts and deliverables.
• Producing detailed 3D models, drawings, technical documentation, and BOMs in line with engineering best practice.
• Collaborating with production, quality and R&D teams to ensure seamless design-to-manufacture integration.

Your Background

We are looking for someone with a strong foundation in mechanical design and a passion for lightweight engineered structures.

Essential:

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years experience in a mechanical design role.
• Strong experience designing composite structures and/or mechanical equipment.
• Good understanding of stress calculations, structural behaviour, and manufacturing constraints.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (experience with SolidWorks PDM is beneficial).
• Fluency in English.
• Programming skills (Python, VBA, or similar).
• Experience in the space, aeronautics, or advanced composites industry.
• Knowledge of automated or robotic manufacturing processes.

If you’re excited by the opportunity to shape the future of lightweight engineering, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today with your most up to date CV and we will be in touch with the next steps.