Mechanical Engineer

What you do

Works through the design cycle of mechanical parts and systems - sketching concepts, building CAD models, and running stress and thermal simulations before validating prototypes through physical testing. Collaborates with manufacturing, electrical, and quality teams to move a design from concept to a producible product, and troubleshoots mechanical failures found in the field or on the production line.

Typical work environment

Primarily office-based design and simulation work using CAD and analysis software, with regular time in workshops, test labs, or on factory floors to build and validate prototypes.

Typical entry point

Entry-level design or graduate engineer in a manufacturing, automotive, industrial equipment, or engineering services company

Relevant subjects

Relevant interests

Useful skills

These are useful, relevant skills to build over time — not a checklist you need to already have.

Common education routes

These are common routes in, not the only path — and not a university or course recommendation.