2025 Graduate Electrical Engineer - Cardiff - (BD25.26)

Hoare Lea; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Cardiff seeks a Graduate Electrical Engineer to engage in diverse projects. You'll work on live assignments, develop designs, and collaborate with teams, all while receiving mentorship and training to support your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Industry-leading training

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Expected or achieved 2.1 or above in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Working on live projects from day one.
• Producing detailed designs and drawings.
• Designing electrical circuits, wiring, and lighting.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organizational

Education

IET or CIBSE accredited degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's or relevant postgraduate qualification

Tools

CAD

Revit

Dialux

Relux

Electrical OM

Job description

2025 Graduate Electrical Engineer - Cardiff - (BD25.26)

Location: Cardiff - Cardiff, CF23 8RD GB

Job Type: Graduate

Category: 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 offer a full range of MEP, environmental, and sustainability services, bringing buildings to life and ensuring optimal performance.

Hoare Lea has joined Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group, a global alliance of MEP firms.

Why Work For Us?

• Collaborate with industry’s best and work with a wide range of built-environment specialists.
• Participate in progressive and exciting projects across various sectors.
• Advance your career through our structured Career Paths framework.

We also support your journey to achieve Chartered Engineering status if desired.

The Role

As a graduate engineer, your daily tasks will vary to expose you to all aspects of our work. Responsibilities may include:

• Working on live projects from day one
• Engaging in sectors such as healthcare, hotels, and more
• Producing detailed designs and drawings
• Using software like Revit, Dialux, Relux, and Electrical OM
• Participating in continuous CPD and learning opportunities
• Designing electrical circuits, wiring, and lighting

You will communicate regularly with project teams, clients, and end users, and attend collaborative meetings. You will be assigned a dedicated mentor and supervisor, receiving comprehensive training to support your development.

What We Are Looking For

• An expected or achieved 2.1 or above in an IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• A master's or relevant postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is beneficial.
• Knowledge of CAD or similar software is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• A friendly, ambitious, confident, flexible, and resilient individual.

Our Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, industry-leading training, and development opportunities, along with core and flexible benefits. For more details, click here.

How to Apply

Complete a CV profile and submit your application. For tips on applying, click here. Note that sponsorship for a Tier 2 visa is unlikely, as we expect to fill roles with candidates who have the right to work.

Adjustments and Accommodations

If you require adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We support flexible working arrangements, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote work.

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