Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer Manufacturing

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate / Trainee Mechanical Design Engineer based in Rochdale, UK. The role offers full training and involves hands-on SolidWorks design work, participation in the complete design cycle, and collaboration with a team of engineers. The ideal candidate will be a graduate in mechanical engineering or a related field with proficiency in SolidWorks. The position offers a salary range of £25,000–£30,000 plus progression opportunities and benefits.

Benefits

Progression opportunities

Overtime

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficient in SolidWorks.
• Commuter to Rochdale.

Responsibilities

• Full training in design and production processes.
• Participate in the entire design cycle to ensure manufacturability.
• Collaborate within a team of five engineers.
• Perform hands-on SolidWorks design work.
• Communicate with production teams, clients, and senior leadership.

Skills

Proficient in SolidWorks

Mechanical Engineering

Education

Graduate in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Job description

Graduate / Trainee Mechanical Design Engineer (Manufacturing)

GBP25,000–GBP30,000 + Progression + Overtime + Company Benefits

Location

Rochdale

About the Company

This market‑leading specialist manufacturer produces a range of industrial equipment for a broad client base across Hospitals, Energy, Oil & Gas, etc. The company prides itself on internal progression and offers a platform to kickstart careers.

About the Role

As a Graduate / Trainee Mechanical Design Engineer, you will receive full training and work within a team of five engineers to undertake hands‑on SolidWorks design work. You will be involved in the design process from start to finish, ensuring products are manufactured effectively, and will liaise with production, clients, and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Full training in design and production processes.
• Participate in the entire design cycle to ensure manufacturability.
• Collaborate within a team of five engineers.
• Perform hands‑on SolidWorks design work.
• Communicate with production teams, clients, and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficient in SolidWorks.
• Commuter to Rochdale.

Keywords

• Graduate, Junior, Trainee, Mechanical, Design, Engineer, CAD, Technician, SolidWorks, Heating, Industrial, Oil & Gas, Combustion, Burners, Instrumentation, Jointer, North West, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale

Reference

Reference number: BBBH23770

Application

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Equal Opportunities

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