Hands-On Junior Mechanical Engineer: From Concept to Prototype

Accora; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Accora is seeking a Graduate / Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our hands-on R&D and product development team in Orwell, England, GB. You’ll move concepts into prototypes, use SolidWorks for components, and get practical in the workshop, applying mechanical principles to real-world devices.

We value demonstrable hands-on experience from car restoration, fabrication, university projects, and personal builds.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical engineering mindset with a passion for prototyping.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience from projects or prior roles.
• Practical problem-solving with a proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products from concept to working prototypes.
• Use SolidWorks for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Build, modify and test designs in the workshop.
• Work with fabrication equipment and CNC machines.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop skills.

Skills

Car restoration

Fabrication and welding

Personal engineering projects

Workshop experience

University projects

Apprenticeships or employment

Education

Mechanical engineering degree or engineering apprenticeship

Tools

SolidWorks

CNC machines

Mills / Lathes

Sheet metal fabrication

Job description

Accora is seeking a Graduate / Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our hands-on R&D and product development team in Orwell, England, GB. You’ll move concepts into prototypes, use SolidWorks for components, and get practical in the workshop, applying mechanical principles to real-world devices.

We value demonstrable hands-on experience from car restoration, fabrication, university projects, and personal builds.