Graduate Design Engineer

  • Apprenticeship Reference: 2173051887-2
  • Date Posted: 27 May 2025
  • Apprentice Employer: Oliver Talent Solutions
  • Location: Berkshire
  • Apprentice Pay: £25,000 to £30,000
  • Apprenticeship Sector: Automotive, Civil Engineering, Engineering, Project Management
  • Apprenticeship Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time

About this Apprenticeship

Are you a recent Engineering graduate with a passion for high-performance engineering and motorsport? Do you want to work on cutting-edge design projects in motorsport, e-mobility and advanced engineering sectors? If so, we want to hear from you.

This is your chance to join a specialist engineering consultancy delivering bespoke transmission solutions for top-tier motorsport and high-performance automotive clients. Working in a fast-paced environment, you ll see your designs go from concept through to delivery, with hands-on involvement at every stage.

As a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and analysing components, supporting build and inspection activities and engaging directly with suppliers and customers.

Your responsibilities as a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer:

  • Design, analyse and detail mechanical components using Siemens NX and Simcenter.
  • Support component manufacture and liaise with machinists and customers to resolve non-conformances.
  • Assist with purchasing, receiving, and visual inspection of mechanical parts.
  • Carry out 3D scanning, reverse engineering and 3D printing tasks.
  • Participate in the assembly and quality control of transmission and associated systems.
  • Liaise with customers and suppliers to support project delivery and issue resolution.

Your current experience which will help you as a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer:

  • A recently completed degree in Mechanical or Aeronautical Engineering.
  • Experience using 3D CAD and MS Office. (Siemens NX and Simcenter preferred).
  • Strong IT skills with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • A flexible and enthusiastic approach to problem-solving and design challenges.
  • Confident communicator with the ability to work directly with suppliers and customers.
  • An interest in motorsport, transmissions or high-performance engineering projects.

What you can expect as a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer:

  • Up to £30k salary, dependent on experience.
  • Company pension.
  • Holiday allowance: 28 days.
  • On-site in Thatcham.

If you are interested in the role, please click apply and the Oliver Talent Solutions team will be in touch with more details.