Graduate Mechanical Engineer

FC Engineering Recruitment Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

FC Engineering Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our design team in Crawley. You will initially focus on using 3D CAD and AutoCAD to produce accurate drawings and models for production.

You will work with experienced engineers on design solutions, considering manufacturing methods, cost and production time while developing your skills toward more complex projects. This is a permanent, full-time role in West Sussex.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Experience using 3D CAD software from university projects, placements or employment.
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and mechanical design principles.
• Interest in manufacturing and practical engineering.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving.
• Ability to consider different solutions to an engineering challenge.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced engineers.
• Organise workload and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D models and engineering drawings.
• Adapt existing designs to meet bespoke customer requirements.
• Prepare drawings for customers and production team.
• Review project requirements and identify practical design solutions.
• Consider manufacturing methods, cost and production time when developing designs.
• Work closely with experienced engineers to resolve technical challenges.
• Update drawings and maintain accurate technical documentation.
• Liaise with manufacturing team to ensure designs can be produced effectively.
• Support design improvements and problem-solving activities.
• Take on increasingly complex projects as skills develop.

Skills

3D CAD

AutoCAD

engineering drawings

problem-solving

communication

teamwork

time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Location: Crawley, West Sussex

Salary: £27,000 to £32,000

Job Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-time

We are an established engineering and manufacturing business based in Crawley, looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our design team. You will initially focus on using a mix of 3D CAD and AutoCAD to produce accurate drawings.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Producing 3D models and engineering drawings
• Adapting existing product designs to suit bespoke customer requirements
• Preparing drawings for customers and our production team
• Reviewing project requirements and identifying practical design solutions
• Considering manufacturing methods, cost and production time when developing designs
• Working closely with experienced engineers to resolve technical challenges
• Updating drawings and maintaining accurate technical documentation
• Liaising with our manufacturing team to ensure designs can be produced effectively
• Supporting design improvements and problem-solving activities
• Taking on increasingly complex projects as your skills and experience develop

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
• Experience using 3D CAD software through university projects, placements or employment
• A good understanding of engineering drawings and mechanical design principles
• An interest in manufacturing and practical engineering
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• The ability to consider different solutions to an engineering challenge
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn from experienced engineers
• The ability to organise your workload and work to project deadlines

If you're a Mechanical Engineering graduate looking to develop your design skills and see your work progress from drawing to manufacture, we'd like to hear from you.