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Expleo Group

Mechanical Design Engineer

Expleo Group

. Review and approve engineering drawings in accordance with BS8888 and company design standards .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeBarnstaple • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Mechanical Engineering, particularly in engineering drawing review and approval, GD&T application, and tolerance stack analysis. Proficient in 3D CAD software and skilled in stakeholder engagement and technical communication within regulated industries.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Mechanical Engineering HNC3D CAD Software KnowledgeExpert Knowledge of BS8888Experience Performing Tolerance Stack AnalysisStrong Stakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills
Engineering Drawing ReviewGD&T ApplicationTolerance Stack AnalysisTechnical Documentation ManagementDrawing Quality Improvement
Soft Skills
Technical CommunicationProblem Solving
Tools & Technologies
SolidWorksMS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPoint
Certifications & Qualifications
SC Clearance EligibilityBPSS Clearance
Industry Keywords
Highly Regulated IndustriesDefenceMarineAerospaceAdvanced Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Review and approve engineering drawings in accordance with BS8888 and company design standards
  • Identify, assess and resolve drawing non-conformances, redline comments and documentation issues
  • Amend and update existing engineering drawings and associated design documentation
  • Support project lifecycle engineering activities relating to design documentation and configuration control
  • Conduct tolerance and stack-up analysis to ensure manufacturability and fit-for-purpose designs
  • Apply and review Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles
  • Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve technical drawing queries
  • Support engineering change activities and drawing release processes
  • Ensure technical documentation reflects industry best practice and regulatory requirements
  • Manage supplier technical requests
  • Support simulations and engineering change activities
  • Drive drawing quality improvements and documentation compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Mechanical Engineering HNC
  • 3D CAD software knowledge such as SolidWorks or equivalent
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Advanced English
  • Proven experience as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer or Principal-level engineer
  • Strong background in engineering drawing review and approval
  • Expert knowledge of BS8888
  • Excellent understanding and practical application of GD&T
  • Experience performing tolerance stack analysis
  • Ability to interpret, amend and correct complex engineering drawings
  • Experience supporting engineering projects within highly regulated industries, ideally defence, marine, aerospace or advanced manufacturing
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills
  • Experience in a similar position
  • Minimum 2 days per week onsite in Barnstaple
  • Must be eligible to obtain SC Clearance
  • Candidates can commence work with BPSS clearance while SC clearance is processed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Collaborative working environment
  • Opportunities to expand skills and take part in inspiring projects
  • Expleo Academy accredited training courses
  • Competitive company benefits
  • Inclusive and accessible recruitment process
  • Interview offered to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria
  • Reasonable adjustments provided as required
  • Support for employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition to stay in work
  • Equal opportunities and additional support to help everyone thrive