Graduate Production Engineer

Handicare

Kingswinford, United Kingdom
Base: £28,500 py; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
On-site
Solidworks cad experience for tooling design
Mechanical engineering degree or level 5 apprenticeship
Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques
Handicare is seeking a Graduate Production Engineer for their Kingswinford manufacturing site, ideal for recent mechanical engineering graduates looking for hands-on experience. The role emphasizes designing and implementing manufacturing processes while fostering a team-oriented and supportive environment

Job Summary

  • The company designs and manufactures stairlifts to help elderly and physically challenged people live independent lives.
  • This role offers hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment with on-the-job training provided by the production engineering manager.
  • The position includes a salary of £28,500 per annum, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and a company pension scheme.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Handicare is seeking a Graduate Production Engineer for their Kingswinford manufacturing site, ideal for recent mechanical engineering graduates looking for hands-on experience. The role emphasizes designing and implementing manufacturing processes while fostering a team-oriented and supportive environment.

Salary

Base: £28,500 per annum; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, company pension, life assurance, sick pay

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SolidWorks CAD experience for tooling design
  • Mechanical engineering degree or Level 5 apprenticeship
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques
  • Experience with jigs, fixturing, and gauging
  • Ability to create SOPs and risk assessments

Nice-to-have

  • Self-starter with strong project management skills
  • Hands-on experience with cutting, drilling, and milling
  • Familiarity with control software and coding
  • Positive attitude and team player mentality
  • Experience with 3D scanning equipment

Key Requirements

  • Degree level mechanical engineering qualification
  • Eligibility to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks and MS Office suite

Work Rights

Must have existing eligibility to work in the UK

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