Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Permanent
Engineering
Junior
Engineering, Inventor, Mechanical Design
Ipswich, Suffolk
Suffolk
£30000 - £35000 per annum

Junior Mechanical Engineer
Location: Ipswich (On-site)
Salary: £30,000 to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Experience Level: Graduate to 2 years
Note: No visa sponsorship is available for this role

Do you want to work somewhere you can see your designs come to life? This is a specialist engineering company that designs and manufactures bespoke precision mechanical systems for sectors such as aerospace, defence and industrial automation. They solve complex problems with creativity and technical excellence.

You will gain experience across the full design lifecycle from concept and modelling through to production, working alongside experienced engineers from electrical, software and manufacturing backgrounds.

What you will be doing

  • Creating and developing designs using Autodesk Inventor (experience with Inventor is strongly preferred)

  • Assisting with engineering analysis and simulations to improve performance

  • Supporting prototyping and testing of new designs

  • Producing detailed drawings and technical documentation

  • Collaborating with engineers from other disciplines on real-world projects

  • Helping to solve problems in design and production

What you will bring

  • A degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline)

  • Some hands-on experience with Inventor, either through academic projects, placements or industry experience

  • An eagerness to learn and develop in a professional engineering environment

  • Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail

  • A collaborative and proactive approach

What is in it for you

  • Salary from £30,000 to £35,000 depending on experience

  • 31 days holiday including bank holidays

  • Company pension scheme

  • Private health insurance

  • Ongoing training and professional development support

  • The chance to work on varied and challenging projects across multiple industries

  • A collaborative environment where knowledge is shared and ideas are encouraged

This is a great opportunity to kick start your career, develop your skills and see your designs come to life.

How to Apply
Send your CV along with any examples of work you would like to share.

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