Graduate Production Engineer (Composite Materials)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; North Devon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Progression

25 days holiday

Private medical

Regular company social events

Early Friday finish

On-site parking

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Graduate Production Engineer in Barnstaple. The role focuses on developing and improving manufacturing processes for composite materials, with emphasis on automation and advanced machining. You will also create CAD/CAM drawings and costings for bespoke solutions.

The position offers training, progression opportunities and a generous benefits package, with on-site parking and a typical salary of £30,000–£35,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a qualification in Composite Engineering or related discipline.
• Able to develop and improve manufacturing processes with a focus on automation and advanced machining.
• Experience with CAD/CAM programming and creating technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Research market trends and composite materials to create bespoke solutions for clients.
• Improve existing manufacturing processes to increase efficiency.
• Produce 3D models, assemblies and technical drawings using CAD.
• Develop and prove complex machining programmes using CAM.
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues in manufacturing.
• Work with customers, suppliers and internal teams on technical solutions and product costings.

Skills

CAD

CAM programming

3D modelling

Education

Composite Engineering degree

Tools

CAD/CAM

Job description

Graduate Production Engineer (Composite Materials)

£30,000 - £35,000 + Training + Progression + 25 Days Holiday + Private Medical + Regular Company Social Events + Early Friday Finish + On Site Parking

Barnstaple

Are you a recent graduate with a qualification in Composite Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a similar discipline, looking to launch your career with a specialist company offering full training and excellent progression opportunities?

On offer is the opportunity to join a global manufacturing group, specialising in innovative composite and polymer products. The company supplies high-performance materials and components to a range of industries, including Aerospace, Defence, Medical, Automotive, Transport and Industrial markets.

You will play a key role in developing and improving manufacturing processes, with a strong focus on automation and advanced machining. This will involve researching and selecting the most suitable composite materials based on client requirements, enabling the development of bespoke solutions.

You will also utilise CAD/CAM programming to produce technical drawings and complex machining programmes, while continuously improving process efficiency. Additionally, you will support the preparation of accurate product costings while ensuring manufacturing processes comply with ISO 9001 standards.

This role would suit a recent graduate with a degree in Composite Engineering or a related discipline, looking to develop their career within advanced manufacturing

The Role

• Researching into market trends and composite materials to create bespoke solution for clients
• Improve existing manufacturing processes to increase efficiency
• Produce 3D models, assemblies and technical drawings using CAD
• Develop and prove complex machining programmes using CAM
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing and engineering issues
• Work with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams on technical solutions and product costings
• Monday to Thursday, 7:45 - 5, Friday, 7:45 - 12

The Person

• Degree in Composite Engineering or degree with Composite Modules

Reference Number: BBBH27239b

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.