Mechanical Design Engineer (CATIA V6) - Automotive

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!

As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will join our Basildon team to support our activities within the automotive engineering sector.

You will play a key role in the design and development of automotive components and systems, supporting projects from concept through to production. In addition to delivering design solutions, you will act as a technical reference for CATIA V6, providing guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers within the team.

Responsibilities

Location: Basildon, Essex; On Site: Hybrid (minimum 3days per week on-site); Clearance: SC clearable; Experience Level: Mid - Senior Level (minimum 3year's CATIA V6 experience); Develop mechanical designs and 3D models for automotive components and assemblies; Create detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation using CATIA V6; Support product development activities from concept through to production release; Participate in design reviews and engineering problem-solving activities; Provide technical guidance and mentoring to engineers on CATIA V6 best practices; Support design governance, configuration management, and change control activities

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of hands-on CATIA V6 experience in an engineering environment; Strong mechanical design engineering experience within the automotive sector; Ability to mentor and support other engineers in the use of CATIA V6; Experience creating and managing complex parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings; Good understanding of design for manufacture and engineering best practices; Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience .; Experience delivering mechanical design solutions within a product development environment; Demonstrable experience supporting projects from design through to release

Nice to have

Experience using 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX); Knowledge of automotive product development processes; Experience working within a PLM-managed environment; Previous experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting junior engineers

Benefits

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)