Graduate Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer; GDP

Graduate Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer (GDP - September 2026 Start)

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Glenrothes, Scotland, Queensway Industrial Estate, Glenrothes, KY7 5PY

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Country: United Kingdom

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Graduate Development Programme (GDP) – Join Raytheon UK

Role: Graduate Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Location(s): Glenrothes / Livingston

Travel: Occasional travel to UK facilities and overseas as required for the role and Early Careers events

Starting Salary: £34,000 plus company benefits

Type: Permanent – 2-year Graduate Development Programme (GDP), with biannual pay reviews

Start Date: Monday 7 September 2026

Hours: Full-Time

As a Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering Graduate, you will have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team of engineers on exciting products and technology, growing your technical knowledge and developing your engineering skillset.

The initial 2-year training programme will include working rotations with each of the main manufacturing engineering teams, and you will also join our established Graduate Development Programme which will provide personal development skills, networking opportunities and an enjoyable learning environment.

This role is ideal for enthusiastic and ambitious mechanical engineering graduates who are keen to further their career, learn about new technology and become part of a high performing team.

• Work effectively within a multi-disciplined manufacturing team
• Support the development of new manufacturing processes and products
• Work with cutting‑edge technology and be part of our Industry 4.0 transformation
• Design and implement manufacturing processes
• Problem solving and continuous improvement projects
• Design Manufacturing Layouts and Process flows
• Tooling and fixture design, development and fabrication
• Process equipment support and maintenance
• Process programming and machine capability assurance
• Fault‑finding and troubleshooting
• Generate manufacturing documentation, risk assessments and improvement activities

• Minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or similar STEM Degree with mechanical engineering modules (already achieved or to be completed by 7 September 2026)
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• Flexibility on location and ability to travel to our UK facilities and overseas
• Excellent STEM skills demonstrated through academic achievement
• A passion for succeeding in a fast‑paced, technology industry – We explain our Org in the “about us” section
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships
• A full CV, including your university and pre‑university grades (GCSE/National 5/Highers/Advanced Highers/A Levels/College Course, etc.), and a cover letter explaining why you are applying for this role at Raytheon UK

At Raytheon UK, we’re excited to work with and support talented individuals during their careers through our Graduate Development Programme (GDP). This structured 2-year programme blends on-the-job experience with comprehensive training, ensuring that graduates are supported in their transition from university to a thriving professional career.

Our GDP is not just about skills development — it’s about building connections, leadership capabilities, and career growth. Throughout the programme, you’ll have access to the following:

• Leadership Development:
  Enhance your leadership skills through coaching, mentoring, and career development support
• Business
  
  Skills:
  
  Gain hands‑on experience in project management, supply chain, strategy, and more, working on real-world business challenges
• Join our award‑winning STEM team at UK wide events from Airshows to careers talks.
• Community Impact:
  Join the ‘Million Makers’ challenge to support the King’s Trust (formerly the Prince’s Trust) in…