Junior Mechanical Engineer

Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Hooper Quinn for a talented, practical, and highly motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our growing technical team. Our ideal candidate will be an early-career engineer with strong engineering fundamentals, a genuine interest in how things work, and the curiosity to develop across a wide range of mechanical design and product development challenges. The successful candidate will support the design, development, prototyping, testing, and refinement of mechanical systems, assemblies, components, and products across a range of sectors, from motorsport, space, marine, robotics, and autonomous systems, to complex consumer products, sports and exploration technology, and medical devices. This is a unique opportunity for someone at the beginning of their engineering career who wants to learn quickly, work on varied and challenging technical projects, and develop within a dynamic and high-performing team backed by a rich and supportive culture.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of mechanical components, assemblies, mechanisms, fixtures, prototypes, and test equipment
• Create and update CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings under the guidance of senior engineers
• Assist with engineering calculations, component sizing, tolerance checks, and basic design validation
• Support material and component selection, considering function, cost, availability, manufacturability, and assembly requirements
• Contribute to prototype development, build, assembly, test, and design iteration activities
• Help identify practical design issues and suggest improvements based on engineering reasoning, test results, and feedback from the wider team
• Deliver assigned engineering tasks to agreed timescales and quality standards
• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, systems, and build/test engineers to support integrated project delivery
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, technical discussions, and internal workshops
• Prepare and maintain supporting technical documentation, including BoMs, drawings, design notes, assembly notes, and test records
• Communicate progress, questions, risks, and issues clearly and proactively
• Learn to use internal project management, CAD, PLM, and documentation systems effectively

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• UK Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, Automotive Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or similar
• Graduate or early-career engineer, typically with 0–2 years of relevant industry experience
• Strong academic understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
• Working knowledge of CAD software, preferably SolidWorks
• Ability to create or interpret 2D engineering drawings
• Basic understanding of engineering calculations, component sizing, tolerances, and design for manufacture
• Awareness of common engineering materials, including metals, plastics, and composites
• Awareness of common manufacturing processes, such as machining, fabrication, additive manufacturing, moulding, casting, and assembly methods
• Familiarity with basic mechanical systems, such as fasteners, bearings, shafts, brackets, mechanisms, seals, and structural components
• Hands-on experience through industry, university projects, Formula Student, personal projects, workshop activity, prototyping, testing, or similar is strongly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to take ownership of assigned tasks
• Ability to learn quickly, ask good questions, and respond positively to feedback
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving consultancy environment where projects, sectors, and technical challenges vary

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 8% pension
• Performance bonus scheme
• Comprehensive healthcare cover (extendible to dependants)
• 36 days’ annual leave (inclusive of Bank hols.)
• TOIL policy
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Significant opportunities for professional development
• Exposure to diverse, cutting-edge projects across multiple industries
• Mentoring and support from senior engineers
• Quarterly team days
• Annual company ski holiday
• A critical role within a thriving, ambitious, and innovative organisation
• Work alongside a close-knit team of exceptional people who excel in their fields
• Supportive working environment in an inspiring facility situated in the Buckinghamshire countryside