Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

Our client is a well-established international manufacturing company, are looking for a driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or someone with a couple of years of experience who is eager to further develop their skills in mechanical design. The role offers hands-on experience with 2D drawings, 3D models, and involvement in the assembly process, including plastic moulding, PCBs, and metal work. It’s a fantastic chance to join a dynamic and supportive environment where you can grow your career.

The Graduate Mechanical Engineer Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for creating and maintaining mainly 2D drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks. You’ll work closely with R&D engineers to provide hands-on support. The role also involves getting involved in the assembly process, including plastic moulding, PCBs, and metal work. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience early in your career.

The Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for a recent graduate or someone with up to 2 years of industry experience who has a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or a related field. Proficiency in SolidWorks is essential, and familiarity with assembly processes such as plastic moulding and PCBs would be an advantage, though not essential. What’s most important is your eagerness to learn, attention to detail, and ability to work well in a collaborative environment. Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for mechanical design are key to succeeding in this role.

Additional Information
The company offers excellent benefits, including a lunchtime finish on Fridays, 25 days holiday, a performance-based bonus, free parking, and a strong pension scheme. You will be joining a supportive, friendly team environment where you’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop professionally. If you’re looking for a role where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact from day one, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

Please note, due to the volume of applications, we are unable to contact each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 3 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.