Graduate Engineer

Graduate Engineer

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to join our Multidisciplinary Graduate Scheme at a leading automation and specialised purpose machinery business. We specialise in providing full turnkey automated solutions to our customers, and this structured graduate programme is designed to give you exposure to various engineering disciplines, allowing you to gain a comprehensive understanding of our operations and develop essential skills for a successful engineering career.

Overview of the Graduate Engineer Scheme:
This programme will see you rotate across five key departments, with each placement offering exposure to different areas of engineering, from design to sales. The scheme is tailored to help you build a broad skill set, making you a versatile and experienced engineer. You’ll work on live projects and be fully integrated into each team, gaining invaluable practical experience in delivering automated solutions and machinery systems.

Your Journey of the Graduate Engineer Scheme:

• Design Office: Develop your CAD (Solidworks) skills, create manufacturing drawings, and work closely with the shop floor. Learn business processes while experiencing the full design cycle of specialised machinery systems.

• Electrical Department: Focus on producing electrical datapacks, schematics, and panel layouts for automated systems. Engage in assembly and control panel testing.

• Automation Department: Work on control system development, testing, and internal commissioning of automation solutions. You’ll gain hands-on experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens software.

• Factory Experience: Get hands-on with laser cutting, welding, and machining, providing practical insight into the manufacturing and assembly of automated machinery.

• Projects Department: Manage live customer projects, liaising with clients, suppliers, and internal departments to deliver full turnkey solutions for automation systems.

• Sales: Develop your commercial skills by preparing quotations, providing technical support, and conducting customer site surveys for our automation and machinery solutions.

Support and Training
Throughout the scheme, you will have a dedicated mentor and a clear training plan to guide your professional growth. Our in-house Graduate Manager App tracks your progress, and regular reviews will ensure you continue developing. As you progress through each phase, you’ll build a portfolio that may support your future application for Chartered Engineer status.

Scheme Completion
After completing the scheme, you’ll have a formal review to assess your progress and determine your next steps within the company. Successful completion could lead to permanent placement within your preferred department, with opportunities for continued development and involvement in mentoring future graduates.

Social Activities
As part of our graduate community, you’ll enjoy a vibrant social scene with regular company-funded events. From golf and laser tag to weekly badminton and gaming nights, there’s always something to enjoy outside of work, helping you build connections within the company.

Candidate Profile for the Graduate Engineer:
We are looking for candidates who:

• Are passionate about engineering and solving problems

• Want to work across various disciplines before specialising in a chosen area

• Are eager to contribute to a growing business

• Show initiative, take responsibility, and work well independently and within a team

• Have strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Knowledge and Experience of the Graduate Engineer:

• A minimum 2:1 degree in an IMechE-accredited engineering degree (preferably Mechanical/Mechatronics)

• Experience with CAD (Solidworks and AutoCAD) and programming is highly desirable

• Relevant work experience or extra-curricular engineering activities

• A full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Pay rises upon completion of each placement

• Possibility of overtime during the Design placement

• Contributory company pension scheme (matched up to 5%)

• 22 days annual leave (rising to 25 in your 3rd year), plus bank holidays

• Free on-site parking

• Regular company-funded socials

• New mentor for each department to support your development

We look forward to welcoming driven and enthusiastic graduates to our team, where you will play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge automation solutions!

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