Salary: £27,000 - £28,000Location: NottinghamStart Date: May/June 2026About the Company A leading automation and intralogistics specialist, helping businesses move goods smarter, faster, and more efficiently. In simple terms, they design and deliver intelligent automation solutions that make production, warehousing and supply chains work better. They are involved from the very start, concept and system design, all the way through to installation, software integration and long-term support. The teams work with cutting-edge automation technology and smart software to give customers better visibility, control and performance across their operations.The Role We are looking for a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Standards Design Team. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineering graduate who enjoys CAD, likes problem-solving and wants to build real-world design experience early in their career. At the start, you'll be helping the team review and standardise existing designs, looking at how products can be improved, simplified and made more cost-effective to stay competitive. From there, the role has plenty of room to grow, with opportunities to take on more responsibility and get involved in wider design and project work.Key Responsibilities - What You'll Be Doing

• Using SolidWorks to support the design of conveyor systems and mechanical components
• Creating 3D models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings
• Working with (and learning more about) parametric modelling to improve design efficiency
• Helping maintain and develop standard design libraries, templates and best practices
• Reviewing and updating existing designs in line with company standards and industry regulations
• Working alongside senior engineers to improve performance, cost and manufacturability
• Assisting with Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation
• Taking part in design reviews and implementing feedback to improved designs
• Supporting continuous improvement projects within the standards engineering team

What we are looking for

• A recent graduate (or about to graduate) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience using SolidWorks through university projects, placements, or internships
• A good understanding of engineering drawings and drawing standards
• A curious, detail-focused mindset with a genuine interest in how things work
• Willingness to learn and contribute to design improvement and standardisation

Nice to have (but not essential):

• Experience with parametric modelling
• Exposure to manufacturing, automation, or mechanical system design

The role is located in Nottingham and is full time working 40 hours a week with an immediate start. The salary bracket for this role is £27,000 - £28,000 per annum. This is a great chance to start your career with a company that's making a real difference.