2025 Graduate Electrical Engineer

targetjobs UK; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Graduate Engineer to engage in diverse projects providing innovative engineering solutions. You will assist in designing and implementing electrical systems, work collaboratively with teams, and receive ongoing mentorship. A degree in Electrical Engineering or similar is expected, with placements or work experience as a plus. The role offers competitive salary and opportunities for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Industry-leading training and development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Expected or achieved 2.1 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• A postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Previous work experience in a related field is beneficial.
• Understanding of CAD software is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects from day one.
• Produce detailed designs and drawings.
• Undertake site surveys.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

2.1 or above IET or CIBSE accredited degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's or relevant postgraduate qualification

Tools

CAD software

Revit

Dialux

Relux

Electrical OM

Job description

About Us

Hoare Lea is an award‑winning engineering consultancy with a creative team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists. We provide innovative solutions to complex engineering and design challenges for buildings. Irrespective of the scale or complexity of a project, we provide a full range of MEP, environmental, and sustainability services, bringing buildings to life and ensuring that they perform in operation as well as they look. Hoare Lea has joined Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group, a global alliance of MEP firms.

Why Work for Us?

• You’ll collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built‑environment specialists.
• You’ll be part of progressive and exciting projects, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
• You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.
• In addition, we will provide you with structured support to achieve Chartered Engineering status if you so wish.

The Role

As a Graduate Engineer, your day‑to‑day tasks will vary as we’ll expose you to all aspects of our work so you can discover what suits you. You could be:

• Working on live projects from day one.
• Working in a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels.
• Producing detailed designs and drawings.
• Using the latest computer modelling software – Revit, Dialux, Relux, and Electrical OM.
• Undertaking site surveys.
• Researching ground‑breaking technologies.
• Engaging in continuous CPD and learning opportunities.
• Electrical – your typical work might include designing and creating electrical circuits, wiring, and lighting.

Communicating will span all of these, as we regularly liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings. You will receive a dedicated mentor and supervisor and the best training to support your development with us.

What We Are Looking For

• Expected or achieved 2.1 or above IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• A master's or other relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is an advantage.
• An understanding of CAD or similar modelling software is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• A friendly, ambitious, and confident individual with a flexible and resilient approach.

Our Benefits

To reward your hard work and commitment we offer both core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary and industry‑leading training and development to support you throughout your career.

Adjustments and Accommodations

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Flexible Working

We are committed to enabling a healthy work‑life balance for all employees. So, we welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part‑time, term‑time‑only, and remote working.

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