Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Location: Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £26,000 – £33,000 (Dependent on any industry work experience / plaements)
Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer or Junior Engineer to join a leading UK manufacturer, working on the design and development of high-tech electromechanical equipment.

You’ll be involved in the full product development lifecycle, from concept through to testing and refinement, with a strong focus on R&D and bespoke engineering solutions.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of design and hands-on engineering, and wants to develop their skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

With direct exposure to senior leadership and real project responsibility, this is a fantastic platform to accelerate your engineering career.

Due to high interest in this position, we are specifically looking for recent graduates with strong A-Level results, particularly in Maths and Physics, alongside a relevant engineering degree.

The Company

An independent, industry-leading UK manufacturer specialising in high-performance electromechanical equipment. Known for innovation, precision, and quality, the company designs and builds bespoke engineering solutions for a global customer base.

The Role

• Design and develop bespoke mechanical systems using SolidWorks
• Support R&D activities including prototyping, testing, and product improvement
• Work across the full product lifecycle from concept through to production
• Collaborate with internal teams including electronics and production
• Get hands-on with builds, testing, and shop floor problem-solving
• Support continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering team

The Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline)
• Experience using SolidWorks (academic or industry)
• A strong interest in design, development, and hands-on engineering
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn
• Ideally some understanding of electromechanical systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong A-Level results in Maths and Physics (highly desirable due to demand)

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to join a progressive and growing engineering business
• SolidWorks training and course funding to support your development
• Direct reporting line to the Engineering Director
• Real opportunity to take ownership of projects as you develop
• A varied role combining design, R&D, and practical engineering

If you're looking to kick-start or develop your career in a role where you can design, build, and innovate high-tech electromechanical equipment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now.