Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineers design machines. They work on all product stages – from research and development, to design and manufacture, to installation and maintenance. As a Mechanical Engineer, your mission will be to advance innovation and expand the product range of your company.

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Average Salary

£35,000 - £45,000

Work Location

On-site/Workshop

What does this role involve?

Typical duties include:

  • Designing and developing mechanical products, such as engines and robots, and systems, such as heating and cooling systems
  • Using computer aided design (CAD) to create technical drawings and specifications of their designs
  • Working with others, such as electrical engineers and software developers, to ensure that their designs are compatible with other systems and components
  • Managing projects

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Interest in science
  • Leadership
  • Maths skills
  • Project management

Qualifications

  • STEM subjects at GCSE grades A*-C
  • A-Levels in relevant subjects
  • Engineering or relevant Bachelor’s degree
  • Level 4 NVQ or equivalent T Level in Engineering or related subject
  • Level 6 Diploma or equivalent Degree Apprenticeship in Engineering or related subject
  • Relevant engineering-specific health and safety qualifications

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