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Are you a recently qualified Mechanical Engineering Apprentice or Graduate with industry experience? Looking to take the next step into a hands-on project engineering role where you'll design and develop bespoke sensing solutions for high-end applications? This opportunity offers the chance to join a fast-paced engineering team driving new product development from concept through to production.
As a Junior Mechanical Project Engineer, you will support the full lifecycle of mechanical product development. Working closely with senior engineers, you will be involved in designing, prototyping, testing, and releasing new components and assemblies into production. This is an excellent position for someone looking to grow their technical skills in a supportive, engineering-led environment.
Key responsibilities for the Junior Mechanical Project Engineer based in Northants:
- Create detailed manufacturing drawings and develop mechanical components
- Produce assembly instructions for production teams
- Design or source bespoke tooling to support assembly processes
- Work with external suppliers during manufacturing and procurement stages
- Set up parts within ERP systems
- Action engineering change requests
- Provide technical support to the Production Department
- Ensure compliance with ISO standards and internal quality processes
Key skills required for the Junior Mechanical Project Engineer based in Northants:
- HND or higher in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical preferred)
- Commercial experience in a similar engineering or design role
- Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Understanding of ERP systems
- Basic awareness of electronic components
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving initiative
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive, "right-first-time" approach
Benefits
- 27.5 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Bonus scheme
- Pension
- Death benefit & income protection
- Full training and ongoing development
The position can be a junior or mid-level Junior Mechanical Project Engineer who will support the full lifecycle of mechanical product development.
APPLY NOW! To apply for the Junior Mechanical Project Engineer based in Northants, please send your CV to (url removed), or for more information contact Mike Belmar on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
