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# Graduate Design Engineer

- **Company:** SF Partners
- **Location:** Wigston, UK
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** £30,000.0 - £32,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, 3D Printing, Computer-Aided Design, Autodesk Inventor, Microsoft Office, Reverse Engineering, Virtual Reality, Data Management
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/graduate-design-engineer/57270291

## About the Role

Have a minimum 2:1 in an engineering related degree

 - Be amenable to very varied multi-disciplinary role
 - Have experience creating 3D models using CAD software - Autodesk Inventor & Vault beneficial but not essential.
 - Have a working knowledge of mechanical design, machining and fabrication concepts
 - A placement in year in a similar role would be beneficial
 - Have experience using Microsoft Office suite
 - Be willing to learn & adapt as a project evolves
 - Have an analytical mind with acute attention to detail
 - Have good problem-solving abilities
 - Be a strong team player

## Description

A vacancy has arisen for a Graduate Design Engineer to design manufacturing equipment using CAD software.

The successful applicant will be responsible for:

 - Generation of 3D CAD models
 - Data management using PDM system
 - Preparation of 3D models & 2D drawings for in-house machining and external fabrication
 - Preparing models for review in Virtual Reality
 - Creating 3D printed proof of concepts and display models
 - Reverse engineering of legacy components
 - Presentation of concepts to different levels within the business
 - Liaise with in-house machinists, fabricators and external suppliers in support of CAD designs
 - Creating and updating records in the company quality management system


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