Graduate Design Engineer

We are seeking a Graduate Design Engineer to join our collaborative design team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate to develop their skills by working on a wide variety of projects across many sectors, gaining real engineering experience from day one.

You will work under the guidance of Senior and Mechanical Design Engineers to:

• Develop practical, manufacturable solutions to real engineering problems.
• Produce 3D CAD models, designs, and detailed technical drawings using a wide range of CAD packages to meet each customer’s specific requirements.
• Apply problem-solving skills to deliver cost-effective, high-quality outcomes.
• Work to agreed project timescales while meeting customer needs.
• Contribute to concept generation, materials selection and design improvements.

We are looking for a graduate who is:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar).
• A practical thinker who enjoys finding solutions to real-world engineering challenges.
• Interested in designing for manufacture and understanding the complete engineering process.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a supportive, multi-disciplinary team.
• Undertaking Stress calculations and ensuring suitable material selection.
• Confident in communicating ideas with colleagues, suppliers, and customers.

Pulled from the full job description

• Sick pay
• Free parking
• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking, Why Join Us?
• Work across a diverse range of industries, broadening your engineering experience quickly.
• Be mentored by experienced engineers who enjoy sharing their knowledge.
• Gain exposure to different tools, methods, and project types.
• Contribute to meaningful projects where your designs make a real impact.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: From £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Do you have the right to work in the UK for at least the next 5 years ?
• How long would it take you to get to the Amtek office from your home ?

Amtek is an engineering solutions provider, trusted by customers across multiple industries to solve complex technical challenges. We combine fresh thinking, extensive engineering experience, and the flexibility to work in different sectors to deliver designs that work in the real world.