Graduate Applications Engineer

DK Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment seeks a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to support strategic goals by delivering integrated solutions for aerospace, space, and defence markets. You will work with major customers and regional sales teams to develop new products, understand applications, and contribute to business development.

Key duties include collating specifications with customers, performing UK export classifications, and coordinating with design and manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical engineering (IMechE-accredited) or related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability and flexibility to thrive in dynamic environments.
• Resilience and ability to persevere through setbacks.
• Teamwork and collaboration across functions.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Creativity and willingness to innovate in bearings and systems.
• Comfort with technology tools and platforms.
• Self-motivation and proactive initiative.
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers to inspect and finalize requirements specifications.
• Provide export classification for products per UK export regulations; initiate bearing designs using Mesys.
• Define specifications for product design and coordinate with design and manufacturing departments.
• Approve customer delivery drawings and bearing specifications.
• Initiate and assist in the quotation process.
• Consult on complaints, damage cases, and returns analyses; drive innovative developments in bearings and systems based on market opportunities.
• Assist in generating catalogues and technical publications.
• Deliver presentations and participate in seminars and symposia.
• Travel domestically and internationally to customers, trade exhibitions, and other sites.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Resilience

Teamwork

Time management

Creativity

Tech savviness

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Negotiation

Education

IMechE-accredited Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Mesys

Job description

DK Recruitment are looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the development and delivery of strategic goals by providing tailored integrated solutions for the target applications. In this role, you will support customers such as Rolls Royce, MBDA, Safran, NASA and Thales, along with our regional sales teams, to facilitate new business development, introduce new products, and continuously enhance our understanding of relevant applications and markets, such as Aerospace, Space and Defence.

Main Duties:

• Collaborate with customers to inspect and complete requirements specifications.
• Provide initial export classification for products in compliance with UK export regulations. Carry out calculations and initiate bearing designs using Mesys.
• Define specifications for product design and coordinate with design and manufacturing departments.
• Approve customer delivery drawings and bearing specifications.
• Initiate and assist in the quotation process.
• Provide consultation and assistance for complaints, damage cases, and returns analyses. Initiate innovative developments in bearings and systems based on market opportunities and customer requirements.
• Assist in generating catalogues and technical publications.
• Deliver presentations and participate in specialized seminars and symposia.
• Travel domestically and internationally to customers, trade exhibitions, and other sites.

Qualifications, Knowledge & skills:

• Masters/Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related subject accredited by IMechE.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, is essential for conveying ideas clearly, building relationships, and resolving conflicts.
• Problem Solving - the ability to analyse complex situations, identify issues, and develop practical solutions.
• Critical thinking - being able to evaluate information objectively, make reasoned judgments, and consider different perspectives.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - being open to change, quickly adjusting to new circumstances, and being able to thrive in dynamic environments.
• Resilience -The capacity to bounce back from setbacks, persevere in the face of obstacles, and maintain a positive outlook.
• Teamwork/Collaboration -working effectively with others, contributing ideas, and supporting team goals.
• Time Management/Organisation - efficiently managing tasks, prioritising responsibilities, and meeting deadlines.
• Creativity/Innovation - generating novel ideas, thinking outside the box, and finding unconventional solutions highlight both aptitude in creativity and a forward-thinking attitude.
• Tech-Savviness - proficiency with technology tools and platforms.
• Attention to Detail - being meticulous in tasks, maintaining accuracy, and ensuring quality output.
• Self-Motivation/Initiative - taking ownership of tasks, seeking out opportunities for improvement, and being proactive in pursuing goals.
• Conflict Resolution and Negotiation - being able to navigate conflicts constructively, find mutually beneficial solutions, and resolve disputes