Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Gateshead is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to assist in technical activities from product development to customer support. The ideal candidate must hold a degree in Mechanical/Design, possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and have experience with AutoCAD and Inventor. The role offers an excellent salary and the chance to work in a growing company focused on safety and compliance.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Opportunity with a growing employer

Compliance with safety requirements

Qualifications

• Active team player, highly motivated in a project-driven environment.
• Experience with cross-functional teams.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all technical activities, including product development and customer support.
• Undertake varied projects from product design to cost reduction.
• Research, design, test, and modify designs using CAD.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Analytical skills

Team player

3D design experience

Education

Degree in a Mechanical/Design field

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Job Description

The Company

Our client is a market leading engineering company; due to growth they are now looking to recruit a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer.

The Role

* Reporting to the Head of engineering, the successful candidate will assist in all technical activities, from product development to customer support, covering multiple divisions and product ranges.

* Undertake projects of varying sizes, from product design to cost reduction.

* Problem solves issues that arise within manufacturing.

* Developing and improving new or existing designs.

* Researching, designing, testing and modifying designs using CAD

The Person

* Applicants must be an active team player, highly motivated, and able to work within a fast-paced, project driven environment.

* Problem solving and analytical skills form an integral part of the desired candidate’s attributes.

* Degree in a Mechanical/Design field is essential.

* Experience using AutoCAD and Inventor (or similar 3d package).

* You will have experience of working with cross functional teams.

* You must have 3D design experience.

The Benefits

* You will be working for a well-established growing employer.

* An excellent salary.

* A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.

* The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices