2027 Graduate Position - Mechanical & Piping (M&P) Engineer

Worley; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Pension scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Job summary

Worley in the UK is recruiting a Graduate Mechanical & Piping Engineer to join a two-year development programme across offices including Manchester. You’ll gain hands-on experience in design and delivery on energy and infrastructure projects.

As part of the graduate scheme you'll receive mentoring, structured training and support towards professional accreditation, with opportunities to work across multidisciplinary teams and potentially international assignments.

Qualifications

• Final year or recent graduate in engineering with interest in mechanical and piping engineering.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Join a team of engineers to ensure timely completion of project specifications, data sheets, designs and drawings.
• Assist in reviewing vendor bids and technical documentation for compliance and acceptability.
• Provide technical information support to Worley engineering disciplines and project functions.
• Perform duties as directed by the Project Lead, Focal Point or Department Manager.
• Ensure tasks comply with Worley Code of Conduct and project standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering

2:1 honours degree

Job description

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

2027 UK Graduate Program

Graduate Mechanical & Piping (M&P) Engineer

Kick-start your engineering career with Worley, a global engineering and construction organisation delivering some of the world’s most complex and innovative energy, chemicals and infrastructure projects. We are seeking talented Graduate M&P Engineers to join our UK team, with opportunities across our offices in London, Manchester, Stockton, Glasgow and Aberdeen. From Carbon Capture, Green Hydrogen and Sustainable Aviation Fuel projects to major data centres, pipelines and traditional energy developments, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that are shaping the future of our industry. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will gain hands‑on exposure to both engineering design and project delivery, developing your technical capabilities while building a strong foundation for a successful career. As part of our two‑year graduate programme, you will receive structured training, mentoring and support towards professional accreditation, while gaining experience across multidisciplinary teams and a diverse portfolio of UK and international projects. Graduates will be appointed to a UK office location but should be prepared to be geographically mobile during the programme, with opportunities to work across our UK offices, project sites and, where available, international assignments. If you are passionate about engineering, enjoy solving complex challenges and are excited by the prospect of working on large‑scale projects that make a real impact, Worley offers an environment where you can learn, grow and make your mark from day one.

You’ll Be

• Functioning as part of a team of engineers, to ensure the timely completion of all assigned Project Specifications, Data Sheets, Designs, Drawings, Requisitions, Technical Bid Evaluations and Equipment Lists
• Assisting in the reviewing of Vendor Bids and Documentation for Technical compliance and acceptability.
• Supplying and supporting of Technical Information to other Worley Engineering Disciplines & Project Functions.
• Performing related duties and tasks as and when instructed by Project Lead, Focal Point or Department Manager.
• Ensuring executed tasks complies with Worley Code of Conduct and Worley / Associated Client Project Specifications, Procedures & Standards.

You’ll Have

• You will be in your final year of study of an accredited bachelor’s or master’s level engineering degree or have graduated within the past 2 years.
• Applicants must have achieved, or be working towards achieving, a minimum 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent qualification).
• Must have full right to live and work in the UK.
• Have a strong interest in mechanical and piping engineering.
• Demonstrate good analytical and problem‑solving skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What Worley Offers To You

• A structured two-year graduate development programme to support in your professional development through core competencies, leadership project management courses, and professional registration
• A dedicated mentor to provide guidance, support, and career development throughout your graduate journey.
• Membership of our Graduate Community, led and managed by graduates. With its own governance structure and annual budget, the community provides networking opportunities, development initiatives, and a platform for graduates to contribute to company strategy.
• The opportunity to work on exciting projects within a truly global organisation, collaborating with colleagues and clients across our business and gaining exposure to diverse industries and locations
• A competitive salary and benefits package including Flexible hybrid working arrangements (where role requirements permit), a pension scheme, an additional holiday purchase scheme, and a wide range of other employee benefits.

Application Deadline

11:59pm UK Time, Monday 30 November 2026

We review applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply ahead of the deadline.

Start Date

Early September 2027

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard. And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.