Overview
Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer (Building / Construction) – £26,000 - £35,000 • Permanent • Burton-on-Trent • Hybrid after probation
Rare opportunity for a Graduate in Mechanical Design or similar to join a global Construction Group in a brand-new R&D / Design role. You'll develop and design innovative Building Products using SolidWorks, with direct mentorship from the Group Development Director and fast-tracked progression beyond drafting into innovation, testing, and product development.
Why this Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer Role
* Direct mentorship from the Group Development Director
* Tailored training plan and Progression
* Brand new role within a Global Company where you can really make it your own
* Hybrid working after probation
* Clear routes into senior R&D, design leadership or commercial/sales
* 33 days' holiday (increasing with service) and Westfield Health Cash Plan
* Enhanced family leave, life assurance, staff discounts and spot rewards
What You'll Do
* Use SolidWorks to create concepts, assemblies, and detailed drawings for new Construction products
* Support prototyping, testing, and sustainability-focused improvements
* Analyse performance, manufacturability, pricing and margin with manufacturing and finance teams
* Explore new markets and applications; prepare concise technical documentation
* Present ideas in innovation reviews with the Group Development Director
What You'll Need
* Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar (graduates welcome)
* SolidWorks proficiency (essential)
* Curious, entrepreneurial mindset - looking for more than just drafting
* Clear communicator who enjoys cross-functional collaboration
Progression
As a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks), you'll gain exposure across concept design, testing and commercial analysis. With the company's growth and new R&D structure, you'll have fast pathways into senior R&D, leadership, or commercial/sales roles depending on your strengths.
Apply
Click Apply to start your career as a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks) in Construction Building Products, based in Swadlincote.
Keywords: Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer, Graduate Product Design Engineer, Graduate Mechanical Engineer, SolidWorks, Building Products, Construction, Product Development, Research & Development, Prototyping, Sustainability, Testing, Swadlincote, Hybrid, Mentorship, Progression
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