Graduate EC&I Engineer – Power, Lighting & Renewables

Cooper & Hall Limited; Chester, Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Graduate EC&I Engineer to join our technical delivery teams in Chester or Manchester. This entry-level role targets candidates graduating after May 2027, with 0–2 years of related experience, ready to contribute to power distribution, lighting, control systems and renewables projects.

You will work five days a week in a dynamic team, applying academic knowledge to real-world problems, and building independence while developing broader project responsibilities over time.

Qualifications

• BEng degree in Electrical Engineering with good academic record.
• Entry-level professional in first two years post-graduation.
• Willingness to develop technical capability through on-the-job learning.

Responsibilities

• Support client and customer management using relevant systems.
• Contribute to a community of practice within a defined area of expertise.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers within an established contract plan.
• Carry out engineering inspections to assess quality and compliance.
• Develop and test engineering solutions to validate design concepts.
• Follow HSE policies and promote safe working practices.
• Identify process improvements and participate in change programs.
• Support knowledge sharing and professional development activities.
• Assist in product development and deliver engineering tasks.
• Help with project management activities and tender responses.

Skills

Client management

Contract management

Engineering inspections

Solutions design

HSE compliance

Knowledge management

Project management

Bid responses

Product development

Education

BEng Electrical Engineering

Job description

GHD is seeking a Graduate EC&I Engineer to join our technical delivery teams in Chester or Manchester. This entry-level role targets candidates graduating after May 2027, with 0–2 years of related experience, ready to contribute to power distribution, lighting, control systems and renewables projects.

You will work five days a week in a dynamic team, applying academic knowledge to real-world problems, and building independence while developing broader project responsibilities over time.