Graduate Design Engineer (Belfast)Greater Belfast / Comber Area, Northern IrelandGraduate Mechanical Design Engineer Full time, permanent - Mon to Fri Business Hours with Flexible Start / Finish Times Office Based Role HN12396On OfferCompetitive salary £26,000 - £32,000 depending on experienceCompany bonus schemeOccasional International Travel (Paid extra)Private healthcareFlexible working hoursStrong long-term career progressionExposure to global pharmaceutical and healthcare projectsWork on bespoke machinery and specialist engineering equipmentThe Company - Graduate Mechanical Design EngineerOur client is a highly innovative Northern Ireland engineering business supplying specialist equipment into the global pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.The business has a strong track record of hiring and developing Graduate Engineers, with many progressing through the company into more senior engineering positions over time. They offer a supportive and well-established training environment with strong staff retention and genuine long-term career development opportunities.Due to continued growth, they are seeking to appoint a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join their engineering team within a modern and highly technical manufacturing environment. The company are also preparing to move into brand new purpose-built nearby offices as part of their continued expansion plans.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Mechanical Engineering graduate or early-career Design Engineer to develop their career within a precision-focused engineering business working on bespoke machinery supplied globally.The Role - Graduate Mechanical Design EngineerDesign and develop bespoke machinery and tooling solutionsProduce engineering drawings and technical documentation using 3D CAD softwareSupport product development, testing, and validation activitiesWork closely with suppliers, production, and assembly teamsSupport continuous improvement and engineering enhancement projectsAssist with technical support and customer-related engineering activitiesEssential Criteria - Graduate Mechanical Design EngineerDegree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline3D CAD experience, ideally using Solid Edge or similarGood understanding of mechanical engineering principlesStrong communication and problem-solving skillsPrevious placement, project, or industrial experience would be beneficial but not essentialPlease Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applications are only considered from candidates fully eligible to work permanently in Northern Ireland.This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected Northern Ireland engineering business offering genuine technical development, hands-on engineering experience, and exposure to global engineering projects.Applications are being reviewed immediately. Interviews are expected to take place during the last week in May / first week in June.If this role is of interest; or if you have a relatable skillset that may suit similar engineering vacancies throughout Northern Ireland; then please send an updated CV via the link on the page or contact Hugh Nugent in absolute confidence.FOR A FULL LIST OF YOUR SECTOR-RELATED VACANCIES PLEASE PERUSE OUR WEBSITEKeywords: Graduate Mechanical Engineer NI, Graduate Design Engineer Belfast, Mechanical Design Engineer Northern Ireland, CAD Engineer NI, Product Design Engineer Belfast, Solid Edge Engineer NI, Graduate Engineering Jobs Northern Ireland, Mechanical Engineer ComberCandidates can come from areas such as: Belfast, Dundonald, Comber, Newtownards, Bangor, Lisburn, Carryduff, Holywood, Ballygowan and surrounding areas throughout County Down, County Antrim and Greater Belfast within commuting distance. Skills:graduate mechanical design development engineerBenefits:Bonus and BenefitsWHJS1_NI