Graduate Mechanical Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Stirling Dynamics is recruiting a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join the Hyrdromechanical Design capability team on a permanent basis.
The Graduate Mechanical Engineer will be supporting the design and development of innovative technical solutions for applications within the aerospace, marine, flight simulator sectors & Urban Air Mobility sectors. The Graduate Mechanical Engineer will be required to work closely with System, Stress, Electronics, Performance & Simulation engineers within a multidisciplinary project team to ensure the delivery of projects to the agreed technical requirements, timescales and budget. They will be involved in all aspects of the product design life cycle, from initial concept generation, detailed design, implementation, product improvement and in-serve product support.
This role will be based in our Bristol office however as part of our commitment to flexible working, employees are able to work remotely for part of the time.
- Providing conceptual and detail designs to satisfy project requirements
- Preparing design support documentation, conducting design calculations and maintaining concise engineering records
- Production of drawing packs in line with configuration management processes
- Producing Mechanical Designs and Drawings
- Conducting engineering investigations for existing product improvements
- Conducting research and collating data as required for trade studies
- Compiling engineering memos & technical reports
- Conducting engineering change management activities on existing designs
- Ensuring adherence to best practice technical standards, including those issued via the Company’s Quality Management System, classifications and statutory bodies
- Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical or Design Engineering
- Familiar with SolidWorks
- Understanding of BS8888 & GD&T
- Ability to work within a multi-dispilinary team
- Possitive "Can Do" attitude
- Good verbal/communication skills
- Familiar with Siemens NX
We offer a range of benefits to our employees to recognise their efforts. Playing hard is equally as important as working hard, so regular events are held throughout the year which provide an ideal opportunity to mix socially.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Graduate Mechanical Engineer roles across Stirling Dynamics's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,000 - £30,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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