Graduate Trainee Engineer

Develops engineering skills through four six-month rotations across functions such as process engineering, production, R&D, quality and continuous improvement, supporting product development and manufacturing improvements in medical devices.

Job Description:

Launch your engineering career with our two-year Engineering Graduate Development Programme -comprising of four hands-on, six-month rotations designed to build the technical depth and commercial awareness you need to thrive.

You will:

• Rotate through four functions (such as, but not limited to; Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Production Operations, R&D, and Quality), gaining practical experience across the full product lifecycle.

• Own real projects that contribute to new process and product introductions, the improvement of existing products and change.

• Take on increasing responsibility, including project coordination, with support from rotation supervisors and an assigned mentor.

• Develop a broad skill set while proactively identifying opportunities to stretch your abilities and support business priorities. Match with mentors throughout the business and be given the opportunity to network cross-functionally.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

• Deliver rotation objectives and project tasks to agreed timelines, with guidance from your rotation supervisor.

• Contribute to product and process design, testing and continuous improvement activities.

• Support - and progressively lead - new product/process introduction and cross-functional project work.

• Follow quality, safety and compliance procedures; learn and apply the regulatory requirements relevant to each rotation.

• Proactively identify learning needs and engage fully in training, workshops and mentoring.

• Provide high-quality support to internal and external stakeholders.

• Provide cover or support to colleagues in related specialist roles as needed.

• Undertake other reasonable duties relevant to the programme and business needs.

Experience and Education:

Essential

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline, awarded within the last two years or completing prior to Sep 2027.

• Minimum 2:1 classification (or equivalent).

• Other qualifications and relevant work experience may also be considered.

Desirable

• Industrial placement, internship or hands-on project experience.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering principles to practical challenges.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

• Well-organised with good attention to detail and the ability to prioritise.

• Self-motivated, curious and adaptable - eager to learn across multiple engineering disciplines.

• Commitment to quality, compliance and ethical working.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

• Genuine interest in orthopaedics, medical devices and improving patient outcomes.

Desirable

• Exposure to product development, manufacturing, quality, production or continuous improvement environments.

• Experience with CAD, statistical/data-analysis or engineering problem-solving tools.

• Experience coordinating projects or working in multidisciplinary teams.

• Previous exposure to medical devices, healthcare or life sciences.

• Exposure and understanding of the use of AI tools to drive business efficiency.

Other

• Eligible to work in the UK on a permanent basis.