Undergraduate Mechanical Engineer

EGGER UK; Hexham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established resin manufacturer in Hexham is offering a 12-month placement in the Mechanical Maintenance department. This role involves completing administrative tasks, supporting mechanical projects, and maintaining departmental reports. The ideal candidate should have completed two years of an engineering degree with a focus on Mechanical, possess strong communication and organizational skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The position offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme, bonuses, and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Subsidised travel

Career development opportunities

On-site restaurant

Free fruit weekly

Free parking

Qualifications

• Completed two years of an engineering discipline degree, particularly in Mechanical.
• Competent use of Microsoft Office products.
• Well-organized and efficient with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 12-month placement in Mechanical Maintenance assisting with administrative tasks.
• Undertake projects assigned by the Mechanical Engineer.
• Support mechanical-based project work as required.
• Maintain departmental reports and documentation.

Skills

Microsoft Office Products

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Engineering discipline degree (completed two years)

Job description

At Campact Ltd, an established resin manufacturer and EGGER UK subsidiary, undergraduates can gain invaluable industry experience. You'll have opportunities to learn about production processes, contribute to projects, and collaborate with experts in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent chance to apply your academic knowledge to a real-world context.

City: Hexham (UK) Contract Type: Full-time Job-Code: 6172 Department: Other Technical / Production

Your Tasks

• Complete a 12 month placement as part of the Mechanical Maintenance department working in Campact, completing departmental administrative tasks and providing operational support.
• Undertake specific projects as allocated by the Mechanical Engineer, making improvement recommendations where appropriate.
• Assist with and support mechanical based project work as required.
• Perform all allocated tasks for the department in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain reports, statistics and other written documents.

Our Requirements

• Must have successfully completed the first two years of an engineering discipline degree with a particular interest in Mechanical.
• Competent use of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must be well organised, efficient, and have good communication skills.

We Offer

The opportunity to join the largest manufacturing employer in Northumberland; focussed on quality, customer service, the environment and sustainability. Competitive employee benefits (including company pension scheme, learning and development opportunities, and a travel/fuel payment). Technologically advanced systems and processes. Comprehensive induction process, progressive training and development.

Other Benefits Include

• A competitive salary and pension scheme (with Life Assurance).
• An annual Christmas bonus and gift.
• Annual lifestyle and wellbeing checks.
• The chance to work for an international business operating across 11 countries.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Subsidised travel to and from work.
• An environmental and sustainability focused employer.
• Tailored training and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to take part in a range of employee wellbeing initiatives.On-site restaurant.
• Access to free fruit on a weekly basis.
• Free parking in a secure staff car park.

Your Contact

Philip Maloney, HR, T 01434 602191

About EGGER

We create more from wood. With approximately 12,000 employees worldwide who work with passion, upholding our family values and innovative spirit. This is how we create products for furniture, interior design, construction as well as laminate flooring. We keep moving and are always developing manufacturing new products, tapping into emerging markets and generating exciting prospects for everyone that works with us.