Graduate Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering organization in Cardiff seeks a Graduate Engineer to assist in project delivery, testing, and product development. The role offers structured mentorship, with opportunities for hands-on experience in various engineering disciplines. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree in engineering and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Excellent annual bonus scheme (17% – 25% of salary)

Pension scheme

Structured mentorship and professional development

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or related field required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proactive and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and simulation of systems and components.
• Create technical documentation including CAD drawings.
• Support project execution with design and quality teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical reporting

Communication

Education

Postgraduate degree in an engineering discipline

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

Graduate Engineer

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £30,000 - £38,000

Contract Type: Permanent

Shift Pattern: Days

Haystack Selection is recruiting on behalf of a growing and forward-thinking engineering organisation that provides high-performance solutions across a variety of sectors. Known for their commitment to quality, innovation, and developing engineering talent, they are now looking to recruit a Graduate Engineer to support project delivery, testing, and product development initiatives.

About the role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent engineering graduate to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, working across testing, modelling, certification, and inspection. The role offers structured mentorship and the chance to work with senior engineers on the development and validation of engineering systems and products.

You’ll play a key role in supporting both technical delivery and product assessments from materials to final construction.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Carry out testing and simulation of systems and components to assess performance and reliability.
2. Support in the creation of technical documentation including CAD drawings, specifications, and inspection reports.
3. Participate in the certification process to ensure product compliance with relevant standards.
4. Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to support project execution and delivery.
5. Perform inspections and evaluations of engineering materials, assemblies, and construction elements.
6. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and engineering problem-solving.
7. Collaborate with internal teams during the testing phase to troubleshoot and resolve issues.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Postgraduate degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or related field).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent technical reporting and documentation capabilities.
• Familiarity with CAD and engineering design tools.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical data.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proactive, enthusiastic, and eager to learn and develop professionally.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £39,000.
• Excellent annual bonus scheme (17% – 25% of salary = £5,695 – £8,395).
• Permanent, full-time role with long-term career prospects.
• Structured mentorship and professional development.
• Exposure to a variety of engineering projects and disciplines.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Pension scheme and other benefits.

This role may also interest candidates with experience or education in: Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Graduate Electrical Engineer, Junior Design Engineer, Engineering Trainee, Project Support Engineer, Technical Graduate, or Engineering Assistant.

Interested? We recommend applying as soon as possible, as our client is looking to shortlist for interviews promptly. If you’d like more information before applying, feel free to give us a call — we’re happy to help!

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to every CV individually. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please assume your application was not successful.

Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your job search. We look forward to receiving your CV.