Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Junior Mechanical Design Engineer
Derby
£30,000 - £40,000 + Hybrid Working + Clear Progression + Long-Term Career Stability + Excellent Benefits

Are you a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer or an aspiring Design Engineer looking for a role that offers long-term stability, structured training, and clear career progression within a well-established engineering business? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading company with decades of experience delivering high-quality engineered solutions, offering hybrid working and strong development into senior design or project-focused roles.

You'll be working as a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer, supporting the design and development of mechanical systems and components from concept through to detailed design.

This role offers a balanced mix of office-based design work and collaborative project involvement, working closely with senior engineers, manufacturing teams, suppliers, and customers.

Your Role As a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer Will Include:

* Assisting in the creation of design concepts, layouts, and engineering solutions

* Producing and updating 3D models and detailed drawings to industry standards

* Supporting the preparation of Bills of Materials (BoMs) and technical documentation

* Assisting with engineering calculations to verify and validate designs

* Participating in internal and external design reviews

* Liaising with suppliers and manufacturers to support efficient and cost-effective design solutions

* Supporting senior engineers throughout the full design lifecycle

* Working within company procedures and quality standards

As a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

You Will Have:

* A Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or similar)

* A good understanding of mechanical engineering design principles

* An interest in developing skills across design, analysis, and manufacturing processes

* Strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team

* Good organisational skills and attention to detail

* Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

* A proactive attitude and willingness to learn