2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Reading - (2207)

Hoare Lea; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Community groups

Events & networking

Development schemes

Private medical cover

EV salary sacrifice

Stock options

25 days annual leave

Flexible & hybrid working

Job summary

Hoare Lea in Reading invites applications for a 2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer. You’ll be exposed to all aspects of our design work, from healthcare to hotels, with mentorship and structured career paths to support your professional development.

You'll produce detailed designs and drawings for HVAC and control systems, learn CAD and Revit, and develop strong communication and teamwork skills while working on high-profile projects across the UK.

Qualifications

• 2.1 or above accredited Mechanical Engineering degree.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.
• Friendly, ambitious and confident individual with a flexible and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Work across sectors such as healthcare, hotels, retail and residential.
• Produce detailed designs and drawings for HVAC and control systems.
• Design drainage and hot/cold-water services to standard, budget and deadline.
• Use CAD and Revit modelling software.
• Engage in continuous CPD and learning opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

IMechE/CIBSE accredited Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Reading - (2207)

Location

Reading - Reading, GB-RDG RG1 1LX GB (Primary)

Travel

Job Type

Graduate

Category

Job Description

2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer
Reading

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 Mechanical 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 ;
  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Control Systems
  • Above and below ground drainage systems and hot and cold‑water services to standard, budget and deadline.
• Using the latest computer modelling software CAD and Revit
• 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 IMechE or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical 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

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.

• 9-day fortnight scheme
• thriving community groups
• varied social and networking events
• extensive professional and technical development schemes
• private medical cover
• electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• stock options
• 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service)
• flexible and hybrid working

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.

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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