Job Title: Junior Mechanical Design Engineer / Draughtsman – Industrial Automation

Location: Greet, Cheltenham

Salary: £30,000–£35,000 per annum DOE

The Role*: Permanent | Full-time | Monday-Thursday 08.00 to 17.00, Friday 08.00 to 14.00

*This role requires daily attendance at the company's site in Greet, Cheltenham. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider remote applicants or candidates willing to relocate*

We’re working with a forward-thinking engineering business that designs and builds bespoke automation systems and special-purpose machinery. They are currently seeking a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer / Draughtsman to join their team and develop experience in industrial automation and bespoke machinery design.

This is a permanent, full-time role offering an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience, learn from senior designers, and build a strong career in industrial automation.

What’s in it For You?

• £30,000–£35,000 salary DOE
• Structured training and mentoring from experienced engineers
• Exposure to cutting-edge automation projects and bespoke machinery
• Opportunity to develop skills across mechanical design, CAD, and project workflows
• Collaborative and supportive working culture
• Career development opportunities in a growing business

The Role:

As a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer / Draughtsman, you will assist in the design and development of components and automation solutions while building experience in project delivery and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design and development of components/products using 3D CAD
• Produce and update drawings, site layouts, and Bills of Materials (BoMs)
• Support senior engineers in conceptualising new automation solutions
• Learn to manage project tasks from conception to delivery
• Liaise with internal teams and, when appropriate, customers and suppliers
• Ensure designs are accurate, complete, and comply with quality standards
• Contribute to troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives

About You:

• Recent graduate or early-career engineer with good working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor (other CAD experience a plus)
• Interest in industrial automation, bespoke machinery, or special-purpose machines
• Strong attention to detail and a desire to learn
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset
• Fluent in English and presentable for professional interactions
• Eligible to live and work in the UK

If you’re an ambitious early-career engineer or graduate eager to gain hands-on experience in industrial automation and build your career in mechanical design, we’d love to hear from you.