Graduate Design Engineer – Shape Ultra-Premium Vehicle Systems

Tecniq; Witham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Life Insurance (3x salary)

Job summary

TECNIQ, Based in Witham, seeks a Graduate Design Engineer to support design, engineering and manufacturing solutions for ultra-premium automotive programmes. You will work closely with Lead Project Engineers and Senior Design Engineers to gain hands-on experience across the full product development process, from concept to vehicle build, under mentorship.

The role offers exposure to chassis, powertrain and interior systems, with responsibility gradually increasing as you develop technical

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Understanding of engineering design principles and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software, preferably CATIA V5.
• Basic understanding of Generative Shape Design, Part Design, and Assembly Design, or a willingness to develop these skills.
• Ability to interpret and produce engineering drawings.
• An understanding of component and module packaging.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• A willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing project requirements.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Professional, proactive, accountable, and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of components and modules, balancing performance, weight, cost, manufacturability, and quality requirements.
• Assist with the design of fixtures and tooling required for component manufacture.
• Support the interface between Engineering and Styling teams to ensure design intent is achieved.
• Work under the guidance of the Lead Project Engineer and Senior Design Engineers to deliver project requirements.
• Contribute to the development of new techniques, improved processes, materials, and product solutions.
• Provide technical design support during prototype and production vehicle builds.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams including Manufacturing, Engineering, and Purchasing.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, testing, and development activities.
• Develop an understanding of engineering responsibility, including design and release processes.
• Support the design and development of full vehicle interior systems, including: Fascia, Tunnel, Seating, Restraints, Lower and rear trim, Upper trim, Closure trim.
• Develop an understanding of module packaging and vehicle interfaces.
• Produce and update component and tooling drawings under appropriate guidance.
• Support the wider engineering team and contribute to a positive, collaborative working environment.
• Take responsibility for learning and developing technical knowledge.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Automotive Engineering

Product Design Engineering

CATIA V5

Generative Shape Design

Part Design

Assembly Design

Engineering drawings

Packaging concepts

IT skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Product Design Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

3D CAD

Job description

TECNIQ, Based in Witham, seeks a Graduate Design Engineer to support design, engineering and manufacturing solutions for ultra-premium automotive programmes. You will work closely with Lead Project Engineers and Senior Design Engineers to gain hands-on experience across the full product development process, from concept to vehicle build, under mentorship.

The role offers exposure to chassis, powertrain and interior systems, with responsibility gradually increasing as you develop technical