Manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, engines, and industrial gas turbines.
Typical responsibilities include assisting in product design and development using CAD tools, supporting prototype build and testing, collaborating with manufacturing to ensure producibility, and maintaining engineering documentation. Graduates also ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards, participate in root‑cause analysis, contribute ideas for continuous improvement, and engage with cross‑functional teams.
Ideal candidates are motivated, open‑minded problem solvers with a minimum 2:2 honours degree in Mechanical, Motorsport, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering. Required skills include data analysis, presentation, CAD experience (preferably Creo), GD&T knowledge, and a basic understanding of internal combustion engines. Desirable attributes are a focus on quality, decision‑making, innovation, project leadership, and teamwork.
The Graduate Scheme in Design Engineering is based in Stafford, UK, offering a £35,000 salary, a £1,500 sign‑on bonus, a 10% annual bonus, share scheme, pension, and 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Over a two‑year programme, graduates receive tailored development, global exposure, and the chance to work on strategic projects within the Product Engineering department, focusing on diesel and gas internal combustion engines.
From day one, graduates benefit from helpful training, relatable mentors, and a balanced work‑life environment. The programme ensures a broad understanding of the chosen field, supports cross‑functional collaboration, and offers opportunities to work with global customers and facilities, placing graduates at the heart of the business on strategic initiatives.