Junior Design Engineer

Our client is a long-established engineering company specialising in the design and manufacture of high-precision grinding machines and tooling systems. Operating within the advanced manufacturing sector, the company prides itself on delivering reliable, high-quality equipment that meets the demanding standards of modern industry.

With a strong focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and teamwork, our client offers a supportive environment where engineers can develop their skills, contribute to exciting projects, and play a key role in the ongoing evolution of precision machine design.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our experienced design team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to build hands-on experience in mechanical design within the machinery and manufacturing industry. You’ll assist in developing new products, improving existing designs, and standardising documentation across a range of complex mechanical systems.

The role involves 3D modelling, detailed drawing creation, and close collaboration with internal departments to support manufacturing and assembly processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Regenerate and update existing and new drawing formats in the CAD database to standardise and streamline documentation.

• Assist the design team in improving existing products to enhance quality, cost-efficiency, and assembly performance.

• Contribute to the design and development of new machines, sub-assemblies, fixtures, and tooling systems.

• Perform 3D CAD modelling and drafting in Autodesk Inventor, producing detailed drawings for manufactured components and castings.

• Prepare bills of materials (BOMs), assembly drawings, and other manufacturing documentation.

• Liaise with production, quality, and procurement teams to ensure smooth project delivery.

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Proficient in 3D CAD design, preferably using Autodesk Inventor.

• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings accurately.

• Good understanding of geometric and dimensional tolerancing (GD&T).

• Relevant qualification such as HNC, HND, or Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

• Self-motivated and capable of producing accurate, high-quality work to tight deadlines.

Desirable:

• Some prior experience in a machinery design or manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with precision engineering or tooling systems.

• Knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing processes.