2027 Graduate Engineer - Rotational Scheme

Stirling Dynamics; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary of £33,000 + a £2,500 joining -

Mentor support throughout programme

SC eligibility and early interviews

Job summary

Stirling Dynamics in the United Kingdom is launching a rotational Graduate Programme designed for recent graduates in aerospace, mechanical, electrical engineering, mathematics or physics. You will complete four rotations across engineering functions and spend time in project management or business development, guided by a dedicated mentor.

Starting September 2027, interviews are scheduled for late 2026 with a Security Check eligibility.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a 2:1 (achieved or on track for) in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or similar.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Complete four rotations across engineering functions and management.
• Work with a mentor and support Chartership application.
• Participate in interviews and start date scheduling and onboarding.

Skills

Learn new technical skills

Independent worker

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

2:1 in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Eng, Mathematics or Physics

Tools

MATLAB

C++

3D CAD

Job description

Overview

Are you a recent or upcoming engineering graduate looking to start a rotational graduate scheme? Are you ready to kickstart your career with a dynamic and comprehensive training programme? Look no further!

Join our Graduate Programme and gain invaluable experience across three different engineering capabilities as well as our project management and business management functions, giving you a thorough understanding of our entire business. You will also benefit from a dedicated mentor to guide and support you throughout the programme.

Due to security restrictions on some of our projects, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC).

Applications will close on 9th November 2026, ready for interviews and assessment days to start in late November and early December 2026. Start date will be September 2027.

Responsibilities

You’ll complete four rotations, of which 3 will be placements from our below engineering functions as well as spending time in Project Management and or Business Development / Business Management:

• Structural and Fluid Dynamics
• Simulation and Control
• Systems & Safety
• Mechanical Design
• Software and Electronics

You’ll be assigned an experienced mentor who will be able to support your development throughout the graduate programme and will support you in your Chartership application to an Engineering Professional Body.

Responsibilities will be expected to be developed and finalised over time as you progress within each rotation.

Qualifications

A minimum of a 2:1 (achieved or on track for) in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or similar

Essential skills

• The ability to learn new technical skills
• The capability to act and work independently and as an effective and enthusiastic team member
• Excellent oral, written communication and inter-personal skills
• Proficiency in the full Microsoft office suite

Desired skills

An understanding of 3 or more of the following:

• Loads and Aeroelastics
• Modelling and Simulation
• Systems Engineering
• Applications such as MATLAB
• Coding languages such as C++
• Embedded electronics
• Mechanical design using 3D CAD

Benefits

Why join us?

• Comprehensive Training: Get hands-on experience in various engineering disciplines
• Career Growth: Build a strong foundation for a thriving career in engineering
• Supportive Community: Be part of a team that values your development and success
• Salary of £33,000 + a £2,500 joining bonus

We offer a range of benefits to our employees to recognise their efforts. Playing hard is equally as important as working hard, so regular events are held throughout the year which provide an ideal opportunity to mix socially