Graduate Mechanical Engineer – Prototype & R&D

Coates Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical equipment manufacturer near Cambridge seeks a Graduate / Junior Mechanical Engineer. In this practical R&D role, you will design and build prototypes for innovative medical products. Responsibilities include using workshop tools to fabricate components, modeling in SolidWorks, and collaborating with experienced engineers for design refinement. A Mechanical Engineering degree and strong hands-on skills are essential, along with a passion for engineering and building. Join a close-knit team dedicated to improving lives through innovation.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance + public holidays

Pension scheme

Extensive training and development

Real career progression opportunities

Supportive team culture and hands-on mentorship

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK (unable to support any form of sponsorship).
• Drivers with own vehicle preferred due to site location.
• Strong A-Levels in Maths and Physics are nice to have.

Responsibilities

• Turn early concepts and designs into working mechanical prototypes.
• Use workshop tools including mills, lathes, welders, and hand tools.
• Model and modify components using SolidWorks.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical skills

Proactive mindset

Passion for engineering

Experience in fabrication

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

A leading medical equipment manufacturer near Cambridge seeks a Graduate / Junior Mechanical Engineer. In this practical R&D role, you will design and build prototypes for innovative medical products. Responsibilities include using workshop tools to fabricate components, modeling in SolidWorks, and collaborating with experienced engineers for design refinement. A Mechanical Engineering degree and strong hands-on skills are essential, along with a passion for engineering and building. Join a close-knit team dedicated to improving lives through innovation.