Graduate Design Engineer – Crushing & Screening (Summer 2026 Intake)
Location: Astec Industries Europe Limited, 3 Bankmore Way East, Omagh, Northern Ireland
Under general supervision of the Lead Engineer, the Graduate Design Engineer is responsible for design efforts from inception through production in new product development. This position focuses on Mobile Plants, self‑powered and containerised crushing and screening systems mounted on tracked platforms, including onboard power systems, hydraulics, electrical controls, and mechanical systems such as crushers, feeders, screens and conveyors.
The role will involve collaborating with engineers, sales, manufacturing, purchasing and service teams to develop conceptual and final design solutions, coordinate project activities, support existing product offerings, and perform testing or analysis of new and existing products to advance Astec’s product line.
About The Role
* Follow and actively support all company policies and procedures, with a primary emphasis on safe operations.
* Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Agriculture, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering or related field.
* Ability to support designs through procurement, build and test.
* Innovative and able to come up with new design concepts and solutions to problems encountered during the design process.
* Proficient with personal computing, Microsoft Office Suite, 3‑D CAD software applications (SolidWorks preferred) and ERP systems.
* Ability to develop and/or guide necessary computations such as load development, stress analysis, performance measurement, hydraulic circuit analysis, costing, etc. and interpret the results as necessary.
* Understanding/experience with the engineering design process and new product development.
* Ability to read, interpret and create engineering drawings and standards.
* Understanding of materials, materials sciences and material properties as they relate to engineering decisions and materials selection.
* Ability to make a financial and technical case for engineering design decisions.
* Understanding of manufacturing practices including cutting, forming and welding of metals.
* Maintain positive, cooperative working relationships by working, interacting and communicating with various personalities, getting along with customers, vendors, co‑workers and management, working both individually and as part of a team.
* Good organization and time‑management skills.
Required Criteria
* Salary based on experience.
* Full‑time contract.
* Closing Date Friday 31st October 2025.
Company Information
Telestack was purchased in 2014 by Astec Industries – the >$1bn NASDAQ listed company which is one of America's leading manufacturers of equipment that builds much of the world’s infrastructure. Astec is a market‑leading brand supplying equipment to several industries, including the asphalt, concrete, recycling, aggregate, road building and mining sectors. These investments are the foundation upon which the next phase of growth will be built and the team in Omagh is seeking the best talent.
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