Graduate Design Engineer

E3 Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Huddersfield is seeking a motivated Graduate Design Engineer to join their team. You will be involved in creating assembly drawings, preparing bills of materials, and assisting in the development of valve products. Ideal candidates should have strong design skills, proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software like Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD, and excellent communication skills. Join a supportive environment that offers opportunities for development and hands-on experience across the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Strong design skills, ideally with an interest in valve or mechanical product design.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD preferred).
• Understanding of engineering drawing standards (BS8888).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Creating general assembly and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Preparing bills of materials within the company's MRP system.
• Assisting in the creation of installation, operation, and maintenance manuals.
• Supporting the design and development of valve products in line with industry standards.
• Contributing to troubleshooting and resolving product performance issues.
• Assisting in the preparation of factory test procedures.
• Collaborating with departments such as R&D, Sales, and Production.

Skills

Strong design skills

Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software

Understanding of engineering drawing standards

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Graduate Design Engineer

Location: Huddersfield
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Working Hours: 38.75 hours per week

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Graduate Design Engineer to join a well-established engineering business. This role plays a key part in the development and delivery of both new and existing valve products, supporting the engineering team in meeting industry and customer‑specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities of the Graduate Design Engineer

• Creating general assembly and manufacturing drawings using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Preparing bills of materials within the company's MRP system.
• Assisting in the creation of installation, operation, and maintenance manuals.
• Supporting the design and development of valve products in line with industry standards (e.g., ASME VIII, ASME B16.34, API 6A/6D).
• Contributing to troubleshooting and resolving product performance issues.
• Assisting in the preparation of factory test procedures.
• Collaborating with departments such as R&D, Sales, and Production.

Skills & Experience Required for Graduate Design Engineer

• Strong design skills, ideally with an interest in valve or mechanical product design.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD preferred).
• Understanding of engineering drawing standards (BS8888).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

• Exposure to pressure vessel design (training will be provided if needed).

Ideal Candidate for the position of Graduate Design Engineer

This role is perfect for a motivated graduate looking to build a career in mechanical design engineering. You'll be joining a supportive team environment with opportunities for development and hands‑on experience across the full product lifecycle.

To apply for the Graduate Design Engineer role, please click “Apply Now” and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Lewis Lynch at E3 Recruitment for more information.