Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

Ganymede; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed engineering company in the UK is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Redditch. This role offers involvement in the full product lifecycle, including custom heat exchanger designs. Candidates should exhibit a hands-on attitude and strong communication skills. The company provides a structured development plan, training, and generous benefits including a competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000, and extensive holiday allowance.

Benefits

Company Pension Contribution

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Christmas Shutdown

Individual Progression Plan

Training and Support

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Experience or knowledge of thermal and mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers.
• 3D and 2D CAD design.
• Managing projects from initial enquiry through to production.

Skills

Hands-on, proactive attitude

Strong communication skills

Eager to learn

Tools

PTC Creo

SAGE 1000

Job description

Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

• £30,000 - £32,000
• Company Pension Contribution
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Christmas Shutdown
• Individual Progression Plan
• Training and Support
• Design and Project duties

Reference: BP 130

Location: Redditch

ATA Recruitment is proud to be working with a long-established and growing engineering business that designs and manufactures bespoke heat exchangers for a wide range of industries including power generation, marine, mining, automotive, and industrial hydraulics.

With over 45 years of expertise and a turnover of £12 million, this business is entering an exciting phase of growth and innovation. They are now looking to recruit a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join their close-knit engineering team at their Redditch facility.

The Opportunity

As a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll be involved in the full product lifecycle – from concept to production – working on custom heat exchanger designs for a varied and technically demanding client base.

This is a hands‑on, development‑focused role where you’ll be mentored by Chartered and Incorporated Engineers and supported to grow your technical and professional capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers using internal software and ASME VIII guidelines
• 3D and 2D CAD design using PTC Creo (moving to version 11)
• Creating product structures within the ERP system (SAGE 1000)
• Liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal departments
• Visiting client and supplier sites to support project development
• Managing projects from initial enquiry through to production
• Supporting pricing, costing, and technical documentation

Training & Development

As a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer, you’ll benefit from a structured development plan and close mentorship:

• Creo CAD course
• Industry regulations (PED, ASME)
• One‑to‑one mentoring and regular reviews
• Shop floor activities to understand manufacturing processes
• Design‑to‑prototype exposure
• Continuous professional development
• Support for further qualifications

What We're Looking For

Essential Traits

• Hands‑on, proactive attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Eager to learn and not afraid to ask questions or make mistakes
• Loyal and hardworking with a sense of humour

Benefits

For the Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer role, you will receive:

• £30,000 – £32,000
• Company Pension Contribution
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Christmas Shutdown
• Individual Progression Plan
• Training and Support

ATA Recruitment are working exclusively with this client; we will be conducting a short list starting today, we will conduct the 1ᵗ interview over the phone, and the successful candidates will then be forwarded to our client with our recommendation.

If you wish to be considered for this opportunity then please respond with your intention as we are looking to fill this role in the not‑so‑distant future, you will then be contacted by one of our Recruitment Consultants who will be able to provide more details.

Contact

Bhav Patel

Recruitment Consultant

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