Mechanical Engineer - SC Cleared

Our defence sector client is currently recruiting SC cleared Mechanical Engineers and SC Cleared Electrical Engineers for initial 6 month contracts.

The role will be supporting the Surface Ships Domain.

The contracts offer a hybrid working arrangement of 2-3 days onsite per week in Bristol and the remainder working from home.

KEY TASKS

  • Manage the delivery of all engineering aspects in area of responsibility as defined in the assignment specification or objectives including managing the acquisition safety aspects.
  • Provide expert advice and guidance in own technical area to solve complex technical problems and identify application risks.
  • Manage the technical requirements for the acquisition lifecycle stage of one or more project, programme, service or system.
  • Monitor and implement any governance and assurance policies and procedures to ensure the ‘safe & professional’ status of the area led.
  • Lead on the development of requirements related to own area of specialism including acceptance plans, performance criteria and draft specifications.
  • Interface with industry as the intelligent customer both in a scrutiny role and supporting the identification of application risks
  • Likely to hold Safety Responsibilities (SR).

EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer or has demonstrated equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
  • Member of a relevant Professional Engineering / Science Institute or equivalent body.
  • Relevant Level 4 (or higher) qualification or equivalent experience
  • Experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful engineering outcomes.
  • Wide ranging depth and breadth of technical experience in own specialism with knowledge and application of Systems Engineering approaches.