Overview

Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer (Building / Construction)

26,000 – 35,000 — Permanent

Location: Burton-on-Trent. Hybrid after probation.

About the Role

Rare opportunity for a Graduate in Mechanical Design or similar to join a global Construction Group in a brand-new R&D / Design role. You\'ll develop and design innovative Building Products using SolidWorks, with direct mentorship from the Group Development Director and fast-tracked progression beyond drafting into innovation, testing, and product development.

Why This Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer Role

• Direct mentorship from the Group Development Director
• Tailored training plan and progression
• Brand new role within a global company where you can really make it your own
• Hybrid working after probation
• Clear routes into senior R&D, design leadership or commercial/sales
• 33 days of holiday (increasing with service) and Westfield Health Cash Plan
• Enhanced family leave, life assurance, staff discounts and spot rewards

What You\'ll Do

• Use SolidWorks to create concepts, assemblies, and detailed drawings for new construction products
• Support prototyping, testing, and sustainability-focused improvements
• Analyse performance, manufacturability, pricing and margin with manufacturing and finance teams
• Explore new markets and applications; prepare concise technical documentation
• Present ideas in innovation reviews with the Group Development Director

What You\'ll Need

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or similar (graduates welcome)
• SolidWorks proficiency (essential)
• Curious, entrepreneurial mindset – looking for more than just drafting
• Clear communicator who enjoys cross-functional collaboration

Progression

As a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer (SolidWorks), you\'ll gain exposure across concept design, testing and commercial analysis. With the company\'s growth and new R&D structure, you\'ll have fast pathways into senior R&D, leadership, or commercial/sales roles depending on your strengths.

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