Junior Mechanical R&D Engineer (Hands-On Prototyping)
Royston
£35,000 - £45,000 + Training + Progression + Private Health Insurance + Flexible Working + Free Lunches
Are you a Junior Mechanical R&D Engineer with a background in construction, manufacturing or a similar field, looking to start your career in a hands-on role where you'll receive full training and clear progression?
Join a specialist engineering company that is investing heavily in innovation and R&D. You'll be involved in developing bespoke roofing systems, working alongside Tier 1 contractors and architects on technically challenging projects - with the opportunity to physically build and test what you design.
In this junior role, you'll gain exposure to R&D projects from concept through to manufacture, working across CAD, prototyping, fabrication, and testing. This is not just a desk-based design role - you'll be involved in building and modifying physical prototypes in a workshop environment. Based in the Royston office, you'll collaborate closely with the R&D Manager and the wider business to deliver evidence-led product development and grow your technical skills.
This role is ideal for a Junior Mechanical R&D Engineer with a construction, manufacturing, or practical engineering background who enjoys hands-on engineering work and wants early ownership of projects in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
THE ROLE: * Support early-stage concept development and feasibility assessments * Assist in designing bespoke construction solutions using 2D and 3D CAD (AutoCAD / Inventor) * Support prototype production, fabrication, and assembly of metal components * Work with workshop tools and fabrication processes to build and modify models * Assist with internal testing for functionality, structural performance, and weathering integrity * Coordinate with external testing providers to ensure compliance with industry standards * Help develop performance criteria, technical specifications, and summary reports
THE PERSON: * Junior Mechanical R&D Engineer with a background in Construction, Manufacturing, or similar * Hands-on engineering experience (e.g. machining, fabrication, sheet metal, welding, workshop projects, Formula Student, apprenticeships, or similar) * Comfortable working with metal components and physical assemblies * Experience with AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor * Commutable to Royston
Reference: BBBH23627A
Key words: Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Engineering Graduate, Construction / Roofing Systems, Product Development, Research & Development (R&D), Concept Development, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, 2D & 3D CAD, Prototyping, Fabrication, Machining, Workshop, Product Testing, Structural Performance, Royston
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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