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 Bran 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