Job Description

Job Overview

Founded in 1985, Andover Trailers Limited has become a leader in the field of specialist body and trailer manufacturing. We are renowned for our unrivalled engineering standards and the highest quality materials, ensuring our products offer an unmatched combination of strength, durability, and operational ease. Each trailer and body leaving our facility is a testament to our commitment to "Better by Design," tailored to meet the precise needs of our customers now and in the future.

The Role

We are seeking a Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to assist senior engineers with special designs and production of 3D Models and drawings for manufacturing. The role would ideally suit a school or College graduate. The successful candidate will liaise closely with existing Senior Engineers, Production, Procurement and Sales teams.

Responsibilities

Producing drawings for production jobs to a high standard and assisting Senior Engineers in producing drawings from the initial concept designs. These will include bespoke rigid vehicles and trailers for commercial and military applications Adopting and enhancing existing designs following the company's established design principles Training will be provided in systems used on modern day commercial vehicles enabling the successful candidate to understand their workings and produce drawings and designs to complement the company's existing portfolio The company uses the latest 3D design software, with some 2D drafting still required Ability to work within a small team environment, contributing to meeting deadlines and shared team objectives Some knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety policies and Statutory Regulations Perform any other reasonable duties in line with business needs

Essential Experience & Qualifications

You will be qualified with Grade 4 or above English, Maths and science and ideally have a strong art or technical studies qualification Experience of using Computer Aided Design tools would be an advantage. Full training can also be provided Experience of using Microsoft Office program essential Effective communication skills, able to work effectively with different teams Organisational skills with a good level of attention to detail The successful candidate will be highly motivated with a keen interest in innovation Ability to work within a small, dedicated team

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary

27, 000- 38, 000, depending on experience

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience)

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

2/3 days gifted by the Company for Christmas/New Year

Early Friday finish time of 3.00pm, for all employees

Bonus Scheme- In Place for hourly paid Production/Workshop employees

Overtime available- In Place for hourly paid Production/Workshop employees

Free on-site Parking

Convenient location, close to food outlets, green space & parks

Company team events

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension Scheme

Training and development opportunities

Additional Information:

On site working required with limited flexibility for remote working

No company sick pay. Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) only

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 27,000.00-38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Penton Mewsey SP10 5NP: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have Grade 4 or above in English, Maths and science ? Do you have an Art or Technical Studies qualification?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person