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Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer
Kidderminster | Hybrid available | £28,000 - £30,000 + excellent bens
We’re supporting a highly advanced engineering and manufacturing organisation at the forefront of rocket propulsion technology, seeking a talented Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join their Development team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate looking to build a career in mechanical design, product development, and technical engineering.
You’ll gain exposure to the full product lifecycle — from concept and design through testing, qualification, production, and in-service support — working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists.
What you’ll be doing:
- Supporting the design and development of complex mechanical products
- Contributing to design reviews, testing, and qualification activities
- Working with specialists across stress, thermal, materials, manufacturing, and testing
- Supporting trials, analysing test data, and investigating engineering issues
- Helping develop and maintain product designs throughout their lifecycle
- Building your technical knowledge and progressing towards greater design authority and responsibility
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We’re looking for graduates who:
- Have a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
- Have a genuine interest in mechanical design and product development
- Enjoy solving complex engineering problems
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Can communicate effectively and work collaboratively with different engineering disciplines
- Are practical, curious, and keen to learn
- Want to develop a long-term career in advanced engineering


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Why this opportunity stands out:
- Work on genuinely unique propulsion technology
- Gain broad exposure across mechanical engineering and product development
- Get hands-on experience with testing and development
- Learn from experienced engineers and technical specialists
- Build a career towards Design Authority / technical leadership
- Excellent long-term career development opportunities
Graduate engineers with strong academic backgrounds and a genuine passion for engineering are encouraged to apply.
Interested? Apply directly or message for a confidential conversation.
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