Graduate Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Southampton is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess hands-on experience. Responsibilities include mechanical assembly and working with CNC machinery, with opportunities for career development in design or management. Competitive salary of £28,000 - £32,000 per annum is offered.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Eager to work in a hands-on engineering role.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of products and equipment.
• Working with CNC machinery and engineering drawings.
• Resolving technical issues in different departments.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Hands-on experience with machinery

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work in a team

Eager to train and develop

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

CNC machinery

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southampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

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Job Description:

ROLE – Graduate Mechanical Engineer

LOCATION – Southampton

TERM - Permanent

SALARY- £28,000 - £32,000 per annum, dependent on experience

My client designs and manufactures bespoke products for a number of industries. They are looking to take on a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Southampton on a permanent basis.

The Graduate Mechanical Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Experience working with machinery or other heavy equipment
• Eager to work in a hands-on and varied Engineering role
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials – sheet metal, plastics, injection moulding, machining etc
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills and time management skills
• Have the ability to work well alone as well as part of a small multi-disciplinary team
• A background in Manufacture would be beneficial
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Team player
• Eager to train and develop their career in Engineering/Manufacture

The Graduate Mechanical Engineer role will involve:

• Mechanical assembly of a variety of products and equipment
• Working with CNC machinery
• Opportunities to train in different areas of Engineering and progress up into Design or Management
• Being involved in the design and development of new products
• CNC Milling or Turning working with varied controls
• Reading from engineering drawings
• Adhering to company H&S requirements
• Working to procedures and instructions
• Communicating with different departments to resolve technical issues

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.