Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

Cezanne HR; Washington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to support high-quality thermal and mechanical design solutions. This role offers a strong technical foundation across engineering disciplines while working closely with experienced engineers. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, showcasing strong communication and attention to detail. This position provides opportunities for growth within a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

33 days holiday per annum

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, with modules covering thermal and mechanical disciplines.
• Strong communication skills to engage with stakeholders.
• Ability to work on technical designs.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of thermal process and mechanical design solutions.
• Produce thermal process designs and develop mechanical designs.
• Collaborate to improve engineering processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Proactive and adaptable

IT literate

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

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Company Description

Glacier Energy delivers innovative solutions for the design, manufacture, inspection and repair of critical infrastructure and process equipment for energy and industrial markets.

Our Mechanical Solutions division provides support to energy and industrial sectors globally, specialising in mechanical products and services including heat exchanger repair and refurbishment and onsite machining.

Our in-house subject matter experts deliver high-quality repair, maintenance, re-engineering and bespoke mechanical solutions to meet our customers' requirements. The specialist services that we offer are designed to enhance asset performance, extend asset life and ensure safe, efficient operations.

As our capabilities are continuously evolving and adapting towards a more sustainable future, our team needs to grow. We are therefore focused on attracting the best talent and are dedicated to creating an environment where our staff are empowered, with the ability to develop. We currently have an exciting new opportunity for a Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team in either Washington, Aberdeen Altens, Glasgow or Dinnington.

Position

Role Purpose

The Technical Graduate will support the delivery of high-quality thermal process and mechanical design solutions across Glacier Energy, working closely with experienced engineers to develop designs that meet customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

The role provides a strong technical foundation across thermal and mechanical engineering disciplines, contributing to safe, compliant, and commercially effective engineering solutions while developing the skills and knowledge required to grow within the Glacier Energy engineering function.

Accountability

• Carry out all work in a manner that protects the health, safety and welfare of self and others, in line with company and statutory requirements.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including quality, safety, environmental and HR standards.
• Produce thermal process designs in accordance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.
• Develop mechanical designs, including P&IDs, equipment sizing and subcontract equipment specifications, in line with standards such as ASME and PD5500.
• Ensure all designs are technically robust, accurate and capable of being manufactured in a mechanically sound manner.
• Manage and deliver work packages to agreed schedules and quality expectations.
• Fully understand, clarify and address customer requirements, liaising directly with customers where necessary.
• Provide technical input and support to sales engineers during bid, proposal and client engagement activities.
• Actively collaborate with colleagues to drive continuous improvement in engineering processes and working practices.
• Identify personal training and development needs and proactively communicate these to management.

Requirements

Person Specification

• Degree qualified in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, with modules covering thermal and mechanical disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in technical and design work.
• Ability to work independently using own initiative while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Proactive, flexible and adaptable, demonstrating a positive “can-do” approach.
• Confident in engaging with colleagues and stakeholders at different levels of the organisation.
• IT literate, with experience using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Other information

Values

Ingenuity - Identifies and shares ideas to improve efficiency and reduce costs in their work area, considering the wider impact on team productivity and the quality of service delivered to customers.

Excellence - Fulfils commitments to customers with reliability and attention to quality, recognising that consistency and timeliness build trust and long-term relationships.

Collaboration - Works closely with colleagues to uphold safety standards, recogninsing that a strong safety-first culture creates a more productive and supportive work environment for everyone.

Respect - Communicates with honesty and respect, demonstrating a commitment to the company’s values.

Accountability - Takes personal responsibility for following safety procedures, recognising that their actions help protect both colleagues and external partners while maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

• Life Assurance
• 33 days holiday per annum (inclusive of company recognised public holidays) (pro-rated to start date)
• Employee assistant programme offering health and wellbeing via a smartphone app
• Virtual GP and Second Medical Opinion Service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year

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