Graduate Engineer

Graduate Engineering Opportunity  High-Growth Manufacturing Business Leicester, LE19 1WZ Excellent Package and Benefits   Are you a bright, practically minded graduate with a passion for engineering and a desire to travel the world? We’re offering an outstanding opportunity to join a fast-growing UK manufacturer of advanced CNC and EDM-based machinery used in global aerospace and industrial applications. With double-digit year-on-year growth and a strong international client base, this is your chance to get in at the ground level of a business that values initiative, technical curiosity, and career progression. The Roles Available We’re hiring four graduate engineers, each with tailored development paths into one of the following functions: - Applications Engineering (Apps) Develop, run and fine-tune complex machine programs to match customer part specifications. Support acceptance trials, provide remote and in-person training, and travel globally to support customer implementations. Up to 40% international travel expected. - Service Engineering Install, commission and maintain cutting-edge precision machines at client sites around the world. Ideal for technically confident individuals eager to gain international experience and problem-solve under real-world conditions. - Controls or Design Engineering Engage in the design and development of advanced multi-axis machines incorporating CNC systems, camera integration, and EDM technology. You’ll need to show a deep technical interest and curiosity, especially in electrical/electronic systems. - Graduate Buyer (1 position) A technically-minded role, ideal for someone who wants to blend engineering knowledge with commercial decision-making. You’ll manage the sourcing of machined parts and components, assessing manufacturing accuracy requirements and engaging with supply chains. Who We’re Looking For Must-Have: - A degree in Electrical, Electronic, Electro-mechanical, or Mechanical Engineering (or similar) - 2:1 minimum (2:2 acceptable only if strong in all other areas) - Strong practical mindset and common sense - A willingness to travel internationally (for service/apps roles) - Problem-solving skills and the ability to think laterally - Excellent communication skills and professional presentation - UK passport and driving licence (or ability to gain one quickly) - Proof of UK university degree Nice-to-Have: - Experience with CAD, CNC, robotics or control systems - Final-year project with a strong applied engineering focus - Team leadership or project coordination during university  What’s In It For You? - £28,500 starting salary - Monthly production bonus (~£400/month = +£5k/year) from day one - Company vehicle (after probation) - 25 days holiday + bank holidays - Structured technical development in a defined engineering path - Global travel and customer exposure - A close-knit, engineering-led environment that promotes from within  Interested? To apply for this Graduate Engineer position, here are your two options: 1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Dan Henderson on 0116 254 5411 between 8.30am - 5.30pm. 2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know. PPDEL