Graduate Engineer

BMS Performance Ireland; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Ongoing Training & Development

Mentorship from Senior Engineers

Career Progression Opportunities

Annual Leave

Additional Company Benefits

Job summary

BMS Performance Ireland is seeking a Graduate Design Engineer in Ireland to join a growing engineering and manufacturing business. You will work hands-on in design engineering with real project responsibility, supporting the full product lifecycle from concept to manufacturing.

The role offers strong training and clear career development, with mentorship from senior engineers and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong interest in mechanical design and product development.
• Experience using CAD software through education, projects or placements.
• Good understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Placement, internship or project experience within manufacturing would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and development of mechanical products and components.
• Producing 2D and 3D engineering drawings.
• Assisting with product development and design improvement projects.
• Supporting prototype development and testing activities.
• Working closely with manufacturing and production teams.
• Reviewing engineering specifications and technical requirements.
• Assisting with problem-solving and technical analysis.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Preparing technical documentation and engineering reports.
• Participating in design reviews and project meetings.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Mechatronics Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Graduate Design Engineer

Location: Co. Louth

Salary: €35,000 – €45,000 + Benefits

• Excellent opportunity for a Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering graduate
• Join a growing Irish engineering and manufacturing business
• Hands-on design engineering role with real project responsibility
• Work closely with experienced engineers and manufacturing teams
• Strong training and long-term career development opportunities

THE COMPANY

Our client is a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation, designing and producing specialist equipment for customers across a range of industrial sectors. Through continued investment in innovation and engineering excellence, they are looking to strengthen their design team with the appointment of a Graduate Design Engineer.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to kickstart your engineering career within a supportive and technically challenging environment.

THE ROLE

The successful Graduate Design Engineer will support the design, development and improvement of engineered products and systems.

Working alongside senior engineers and manufacturing teams, you will gain exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept design and development through to manufacturing and implementation.

Key responsibilities include

• Supporting the design and development of mechanical products and components
• Producing 2D and 3D engineering drawings
• Assisting with product development and design improvement projects
• Supporting prototype development and testing activities
• Working closely with manufacturing and production teams
• Reviewing engineering specifications and technical requirements
• Assisting with problem-solving and technical analysis
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Preparing technical documentation and engineering reports
• Participating in design reviews and project meetings

THE PERSON

We are looking to speak with candidates who have recently completed a Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering qualification and are looking to build a career within product design and engineering.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline
• Strong interest in mechanical design and product development
• Experience using CAD software through education, projects or placements
• Good understanding of engineering principles and manufacturing processes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Positive attitude and a willingness to learn
• Placement, internship or project experience within manufacturing would be advantageous

THE PACKAGE

• Base Salary: €35,000 – €45,000 DOE
• Pension Scheme
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Mentorship from Senior Engineers
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Annual Leave
• Additional Company Benefits

LOCATION

Ideally based in Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Cavan or North Dublin, with the role based full-time in Co. Louth.

WHY APPLY?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering graduate to join a growing engineering business and gain hands‑on experience in a design engineering environment. You'll work on real‑world projects from day one, receive strong support from experienced engineers and benefit from genuine long‑term career progression.

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