2027 Graduate Electrical Engineer - Cardiff - (2223)

Hoare Lea; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice

Stock options

25 days annual leave

Flexible and hybrid working

Job summary

Hoare Lea in Cardiff is seeking a 2027 Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team on high-profile building projects. You’ll gain exposure to electrical design, circuits, lighting, and modelling using Revit, Dialux, Relux and Electrical OM.

The programme offers CPD, mentoring, and a clear path to professional chartership with a flexible, hybrid working environment. Applicants should have a 2:1 or above in an IET or CIBSE accredited degree in Electrical Engineering or

Qualifications

• 2:1 or above in an IET or CIBSE accredited degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Friendly, ambitious and confident with a flexible and resilient approach

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed electrical designs and drawings, including circuits, wiring and lighting
• Use modelling software such as Revit, Dialux, Relux, and Electrical OM for project work
• Collaborate with project teams and attend meetings

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Team working

Independent working

Education

IET or CIBSE accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Revit

Dialux

Relux

Electrical OM

Job description

2027 Graduate Electrical Engineer - Cardiff - (2223)

Location

Cardiff - Cardiff, CF10 1DY GB (Primary)

Travel

Job Type

Graduate

Category

Job Description

2027 Graduate Electrical Engineer
Cardiff

About Us

Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.

We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.

Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.

Why Join 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 from day one, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
• You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.
• You’ll be encouraged through our accredited training and development scheme with a dedicated mentor and supervisor, supporting you to Chartership, if you wish.

The Role

Being part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies, we benefit from collaborating with some of the best engineers in the business, with access to state-of-the-art technical support, and have the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most high-profile projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

As a Graduate Electrical 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;

• In a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels, retail to residential
• Producing detailed designs and drawings for work including but not limited to;
  • Electrical circuits, wiring, and lighting
• Using the latest computer modelling software Revit, Dialux, Relux, and Electrical OM.
• Continuous CPD and learning opportunities

Communicating will span all of these, as we regularly liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings.

About you

To be successful in this role, you’ll need…

• An expected or achieved 2.1 or above in an IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar
• 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

It would be an advantage, but not necessary, if you also had…

• A Masters or other relevant post graduate qualification
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry
• An understanding of CAD or similar modelling software

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK – e.g. British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders – will be considered.

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. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality.

You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.

Recruitment Process

Our projects are human-centric, and so is our recruitment process. Once you’ve applied, you’ll speak to a person every step of the way. Here’s our planned timeline:

• Telephone Interviews – November/December 2026
• Selection Event – January/February 2027
• Start Date – September 2027

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 (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.

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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