Graduate Mechanical Engineer in Bristol

Join to apply for the Graduate Mechanical Engineer role at Domin. The start date for this role will be September 2026. You must have a permanent right to work in the UK. Applications close on 14th November 2025.

Our Technology team is responsible for the product development cycle, from initial concept ideation to handing over a validated product to our Manufacturing team for volume production. We are looking for a driven, self‑motivated engineering graduate to join us. The ideal candidate is growth‑mindset, embraces uncertainty, is proactive, and brings a smile.

The successful applicant will join our Mechanical Design or Verification & Validation team and become a crucial part of that development process. You will take ownership of your work, proactively propose and deliver solutions, and manage your workload to meet project goals. You will develop broad, deep knowledge of complex systems throughout the Technology and Manufacturing teams.

As a Design Engineer, you will take full advantage of our cutting‑edge technology to propose novel solutions, own the 3D modelling, simulation, analysis, 2D drawing, and prototype procurement using our in‑house Prototyping team. As a Verification & Validation Engineer, you will devise test plans and use industry‑leading rigs and software tools to ensure products achieve robust, repeatable aims. You will own the assembly, test, and validation of prototypes and develop deep knowledge to elevate our understanding.

• Using CAD to design parts for additive and subtractive manufacturing processes.
• Producing technical drawings for parts and assemblies.
• Building an in-depth understanding of hydraulic systems’ operating principles and design.
• Carrying out computer‑aided engineering including FEA and CFD to inform design decisions.
• Procurement and assembly of high‑precision electrohydraulic products.
• Defining, carrying out, and reporting measurement of critical‑to‑quality features.
• Defining, carrying out, and reporting component, subsystem, and product‑level testing.
• Designing test equipment and supporting components such as hydraulic test rigs, gauges, and jigs.
• Using analysis, test results, and peer review to improve and qualify designs.
• Driving product improvements through deep technical analysis, creating and utilising cutting‑edge digital tools and engineering judgement to make decisions.
• Working as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver world‑leading products to our customers.

• Graduate from a degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related subject with a 2:1 or first‑class degree.
• A passion for innovation and continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing positive change.
• A strong approach to engineering from first principles and finding novel solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrated application of relevant engineering skills through industrial placement, previous work experience, or engineering projects.
• Experience with CAD and producing technical drawings.
• Ability to devise and conduct test procedures, observe physical effects, and analyse data to draw meaningful conclusions.
• High levels of personal accountability and ownership, to effectively deliver on challenging targets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

• Understanding of metallurgy and material science.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and their relevance to mechanical design.
• Working knowledge of fluid dynamics, servo valve technology, hydraulic systems.
• Experience using FEA or CFD analysis tools.
• Aptitude for mechanical work with hand, power, and machine tools.
• Understanding of metrology techniques.
• High level of digital literacy with the ability to understand programming logic.
• Broad understanding of related engineering subjects.

• 3 months: Made significant contributions to the delivery of mechanical parts of ongoing projects. Shown a fundamental understanding of engineering theory and common design principles. Demonstrated an ability to design and simulate mechanical components. Proactively contributed to group discussions and peer reviews of work.
• 12 months: Owning the design and delivery or testing and validation of mechanical components for one or more projects, providing regular updates and sharing learning with the wider team. Showing competency across the product design lifecycle, from initial simulations, component and assembly design, to product validation. Becoming established as a knowledgeable voice in your area of expertise and proactively sharing your learning. Giving candid 360° feedback to all those you work with, helping to develop Domin’s people, strategies, and processes further. Receiving great 360° feedback from your peers.

You will be required to work at either our headquarters in central Bristol or the Domin Technology Centre in Pucklechurch on a regular basis. You will be contracted on a full‑time permanent basis with a 40‑hour week, with the option of working a compressed 9‑day fortnight.