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.
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