ETL Systems Ltd
Junior Mechanical Engineer
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Role Overview
We're looking for a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our Engineering team and support the development, testing, and improvement of innovative products. This is a hands-on role that combines mechanical design, CAD, prototyping, workshop activities, and engineering data management.
Whether you're an experienced technician or have recently completed an HNC/HND and are looking to develop your engineering career, this is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to the full product development lifecycle.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a proactive and hands-on Junior Mechanical Engineer with a passion for engineering, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. They will combine strong CAD and technical documentation skills with practical workshop experience, enabling them to confidently support product development from concept through to prototype build and testing. An organised and detail-oriented individual, they will be comfortable working with engineering data, bills of materials, and change control processes while maintaining high standards of accuracy. The successful candidate will be a collaborative team player who communicates effectively with engineering and production colleagues, demonstrates a willingness to learn, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where innovation, initiative, and technical curiosity are valued. Experience with 3D printing, prototype evaluation, and manufacturing support would be advantageous, but equally important is a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and an enthusiasm for developing a long-term career within a growing engineering business.
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Key Accountabilities
As a Junior Mechanical Engineer, you'll:
- Create and modify mechanical parts and assemblies using CAD software
- Produce product artwork and engineering documentation
- Investigate and support engineering design changes
- Maintain and update Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Create clear build and assembly instructions for manufacturing teams
- Manage and maintain CAD and Product Data Management (PDM) information
- Support Production Engineering with new and existing products
- Build and evaluate prototype equipment
- Conduct prototype testing, including thermal and vibration evaluations
- Record and analyse test results
- Maintain the mechanical workshop and 3D printing facilities
Desirables
- HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- Experience using CAD software
- Practical workshop experience using hand tools and engineering equipment
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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Desirable
- Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems
- Knowledge of change control processes
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, CorelDRAW, or similar software
- Experience using 3D printers
- Basic soldering skills
- Experience supporting manufacturing or production engineering environments
Location
Hybrid working is available for this role - Before applying, please make sure you can commute to Coldwell Radio Station, Madley, Herefordshire, HR2 9NE.
Closing Date
At ETL, we always prioritise efficiency in everything we do. With this in mind, we are looking to commence our interview process without delay and reserve the right to close the opening early should we receive suitable applications.
BPSS Compliant
Due to the nature of our work, all roles require candidates to be BPSS compliant.
VISA Sponsorship
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Agency Notice
We are sourcing suitable candidates for this role directly via our internal referral programme, direct marketing, and talent team.
Please note that we do not accept speculative CVs from external suppliers.
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