Graduate Engineer

Graduate Mechanical Engineer – Laboratory & Testing South Kent – drivers with own vehicle only due to location 12-Month FTC 7am – 3.30pm Monday to Friday (on site) £25,000 - £26,000 + bens Are you a recent Engineering or Science graduate looking to kick start your career?! We’re recruiting for a growing engineering business looking for a bright, practical and curious Graduate Engineer to join a small, supportive technical team. Working within a mechanical engineering laboratory environment, you’ll get involved in testing, development work, prototypes, problem-solving and engineering projects – making this a brilliant opportunity to build genuine practical experience at the start of your career. What you'll be doing * Carrying out practical testing and inspection of components and engineering processes * Setting up and using laboratory and test equipment * Recording results and preparing clear test documentation * Reviewing and analysing test data * Building and modifying prototype samples for development work * Supporting Engineers with development and improvement projects * Getting involved in troubleshooting and practical problem-solving * Assisting with engineering trials and validation activities * Helping to keep the engineering laboratory organised, safe and well maintained * Working with different teams across the business to support technical projects What we're looking for * A degree, HNC/HND or similar qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Physics or another relevant discipline * A genuinely hands-on, practical approach to engineering * Good mechanical aptitude and an interest in understanding how things work * Confidence working with data and basic numerical/statistical information * Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel * Good written and verbal communication skills * Organised, methodical and able to work accurately * Someone who enjoys solving problems and learning new things Previous industry experience isn't essential. This could suit a recent graduate looking for their first proper engineering opportunity, although candidates with some experience gained through a placement, internship, laboratory, manufacturing, testing or technical environment would also be very welcome. Why consider this opportunity? * Excellent opportunity to gain real-world engineering experience * Varied role combining practical work, testing, data and problem-solving * Hands-on exposure to engineering development projects * Work alongside experienced technical and engineering professionals * Supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment * Opportunity to develop your technical knowledge quickly * Ideal stepping stone for someone looking to build a career within mechanical, test, development or R&D engineering * 12-month fixed-term contract offering valuable industry experience If you're an engineering graduate who wants to learn, get stuck in and build practical experience in a professional engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you