Graduate Design Engineer

A Design Engineer role at Terex focused on developing and improving crushing equipment, creating engineering designs and manufacturing specifications, and supporting product innovation across the crushing technology product range.

Job Overview:

The Terex Materials Processing Division’s Crushing Technology Team are at the forefront of designing the next generation of crushers for the Powerscreen, Finlay and MPS ranges of mobile, wheeled, static and semi static crushers, as well as identifying opportunities to develop and improve existing products.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Working with the relevant lead engineer, the Design Engineer will be responsible for the development of new and maintenance of existing crushing chambers, within defined timescales.

• Provide engineered solutions for the development of new products and modifications to existing products.

• Produce full manufacturing specification package including Engineering BOMs.

• To resolve problems at the root cause quickly and effectively and manage engineering change process relating to crushing chambers.

• Follow Group standards of in the areas of QFD, FMEA, design-for-manufacture, prototype development and field testing.

• Follow Group engineering standards and associated IT systems, to ensure effective global management of released engineering data.

• Ensure current and new products meet standards and performance levels specified for safety, function and reliability.

• Reduce manufacturing cost through improved design and consultation with the production department, purchasing and suppliers.

• Investigate and address Customer Complaints in a timely manner.

• Drive standardisation of components and sub-assemblies within crushing products.

• Stay knowledgeable of machine component advancements and competitor design trends; apply latest technology to new and existing designs where appropriate to stay current and innovation.

The successful candidate should have:

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

• Good presentation and interpersonal skills

• Creative and innovative thinking

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 3D modelling experience

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills

• Problem solving tool knowledge (8D preferred)

• Able to assess workload and commit to realistic timelines

• Able to select from multiple design alternatives when a clear best choice is not evident.

• Able to investigate root cause of machinery non-performance.

• Can identify risks both technical and commercial with proposed product change or new product

Terex Overview:

Terex Corporation is a global leader in specialized equipment solutions, serving essential sectors such as emergency services, waste and recycling, utilities, and construction. Our diversified portfolio positions us in resilient, high-demand markets with strong long-term growth potential.

We design and manufacture advanced specialty vehicles—including fire, ambulance, and recreational vehicles—alongside waste collection vehicles, materials processing machinery, mobile elevating work platforms, and equipment for the electric utility industry. Through our global dealer, parts and service network and true value-creating digital solutions, we deliver best-in-class lifecycle support, helping customers maximize return on investment.

With a strong manufacturing footprint in the United States and operations across Europe, India, and Asia Pacific, Terex combines global reach with local expertise to capture opportunities worldwide. Our strategy is clear: exceed customer expectations, invest in innovation, leverage our diversified portfolio, and deliver consistent, profitable growth for our shareholders.

Additional Information:

We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics protected by law.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including Westfield health care for you and your dependents, contributory pension scheme, life assurance cover, employee stock purchase plan and access to global learning and development programs offering accredited and specialist training.