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Mechanical Development Engineer

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Mechanical Development Engineer (Graduates Welcome)

Location: Bury St Edmunds
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Engineering Graduate or Junior Engineer to join a leading UK manufacturer, working on the design and development of high-end scientific equipment.

You’ll be involved in the full product development lifecycle, from concept through to testing and refinement, with a strong focus on R&D and bespoke design.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of design and hands-on engineering, and wants to develop their skills in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

With direct exposure to senior leadership and real project responsibility, this is a fantastic platform to accelerate your engineering career.

The Company

An independent, industry-leading UK manufacturer specialising in high-performance scientific equipment. Known for innovation, precision, and quality, the company designs and builds bespoke solutions for a global customer base.

The Role

  * Design and develop bespoke mechanical systems using SolidWorks

  * Support R&D activities, including prototyping, testing, and product improvement

  * Work across the full product lifecycle, from concept through to production

  * Collaborate with internal teams, including electronics and production

  * Get hands-on with builds, testing, and problem-solving on the shop floor

  * Support continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering team

The Candidate

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  * A degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline)

  * Experience using SolidWorks (academic or industry)

  * A passion for design, development, and hands-on engineering

  * A proactive mindset and willingness to learn

  * Ideally some understanding of electromechanical systems

  * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Apply?

  * Opportunity to join a progressive and growing engineering business

  * SolidWorks training and course funding to support your development

  * Direct reporting line to the Engineering Director

  * Real opportunity to take ownership of projects as you develop

  * A varied role combining design, R&D, and practical engineering

If you're looking to kick-start or develop your career in a role where you can design, build, and innovate, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now

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