Job Title: Mechanical Engineer Graduate

Location:

Farnborough, England, United Kingdom

Role Type: Early Careers – Graduate

Job Location: Farnborough

Job Type: Permanent/Fulltime

Salary: £33,750

Job ID: 20023

At QinetiQ we are creating a workplace that is inclusive; where our differences are not only embraced but make us stronger. A place where we can connect with each other and benefit from the experiences and thinking from people with varied backgrounds, and at different stages in their careers.

Role Purpose:

To support the current and future Additive/Advanced Manufacture programmes delivering direct to customer projects.

Key Accountabilities:

Undertaking mechanical design work to support our reverse engineering processes

Work with the team to help draft elements of reports and QinetiQ Design Certificates

Support the team with production calls with internal and external stakeholders

To contribute to safe and efficient management or our workshop and AdM facilities.

To develop own understanding and skills in field of materials, mechanical design, engineering governance and additive manufacturing.

Key Capabilities/Knowledge:

Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering with particular interest (i.e. degree module or final year project or actual work experience) in fields of Materials or Additive Manufacturing

Capable of expanding knowledge of Mechanical Engineering and Additive Manufacturing at pace under mentorship of subject matter experts.

Experience & Qualifications:

Degree (BSc or BEng Hons. minimum) in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent

How to apply:

Please fill in the application and include both a CV and a covering letter.

Our Benefits (the list is not exhaustive):

On demand learning, access to courses, modules, and lectures via multiple digital learning platforms
Coaching and Mentoring
25 days annual holiday excluding bank holiday
Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
Flexible Benefits package
Employee discount portal
Employee Assistance Programme
Employee-led networks

Security:

Many of our roles at QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting. Applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment, subject to approval. Many roles are also subject to restrictions on access to information, which means factors such as nationality, previous nationalities held and the country in which you were born may impact your role.

Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum. Further guidance regarding clearances can be found: UKSV National Security Vetting Solution: guidance for applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please also be aware that under immigration rules, our Early Careers roles do not meet the legal threshold for candidates who are resident in the UK on student visas.

Recruitment Process:

We want to make sure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and we aspire to bring out the best in our candidates by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

QinetiQ is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all background, come and be part of our team!

To find out more about Life at QinetiQ, please see the link: Life at QinetiQ

Closing date for new applications: 5th June 2025

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