Job Description
Contract Design Engineer – Frame & Suspension Structures | Banbury, UK (On-Site)
Are you a mechanical design engineer with expertise in lightweight structures and suspension systems? This is an exciting opportunity to join a cutting-edge project, redesigning the frame and suspension for an innovative four-wheeled eBike. Based in Banbury, this outside IR35 consulting project is the chance to shape a next-generation product, offering hands-on engineering challenges with real-world impact.
Scope of the Role
As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for developing a new frame and suspension concept, focusing on simplicity, durability, and ease of manufacturing.
- Lead the redesign of the eBike’s frame and suspension system.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities in materials and manufacturing.
- Develop and refine 3D CAD models in SolidWorks.
- Optimise suspension layout for reliability, ride quality, and cost efficiency.
- Ensure the design is robust, scalable, and production-ready.
Key Skills and Experience Required
To be considered for this Mechanical Design Engineer contract, you’ll need the following skills and experience:
- Extensive experience in mechanical design engineering.
- Expertise in welded steel structures and lightweight frame design.
- Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks.
- Strong background in DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and DFA (Design for Assembly).
- Experience with fatigue analysis and reliability engineering.
What you’ll get
- £320 - £400 per day (Outside IR35).
- 2-month initial contract with potential extension.
- Monthly invoices with 7-day payment terms.
- Collaborative and hands-on work environment.
- Opportunity to impact the future of sustainable transport.
This is an on-site role in Banbury, requiring close collaboration with the engineering team and hands-on access to prototypes and testing.
How to Apply
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