Graduate Electrical Engineer

Hoare Lea; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Graduate Engineer to work on live projects, developing electrical designs and using advanced modelling software. Candidates should possess a 2.1 or above in Electrical Engineering, demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills, and be adaptable in a team environment. The role offers excellent benefits, including flexible working arrangements and career development opportunities, but does not provide visa sponsorship.

Benefits

9-day fortnight scheme

Private medical cover

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Stock options

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Chartered Engineering status support

Qualifications

• 2.1 or above IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Master's or other relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is an advantage.
• Understanding of CAD or similar modelling software is an advantage.
• 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 on live projects from day one.
• Develop detailed designs and drawings for electrical circuits, wiring and lighting.
• Use Revit, Dialux, Relux and Electrical OM for the latest computer modelling.
• Undertake site surveys and research ground‑breaking technologies.
• Communicate with project teams, meet clients, and attend collaborative meetings.
• Receive dedicated mentoring and structured career paths.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

2.1 or above IET or CIBSE accredited degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's or relevant postgraduate qualification

Tools

CAD modelling software

Revit

Dialux

Relux

Electrical OM

Job description

Overview

As a graduate engineer, you will explore a wide range of sectors, using the latest computer modelling software and producing detailed designs and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects from day one.
• Develop detailed designs and drawings for electrical circuits, wiring and lighting.
• Use Revit, Dialux, Relux and Electrical OM for the latest computer modelling.
• Undertake site surveys and research ground‑breaking technologies.
• Communicate with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings.
• Receive dedicated mentoring and structured career paths.

Qualifications

• 2.1 or above IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Master's or other relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is an advantage.
• Understanding of CAD or similar modelling software is an advantage.
• 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.

Benefits

• 9‑day fortnight scheme.
• Private medical cover and extended benefits package.
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options and up to 30 days of annual leave.
• Flexible working arrangements including part‑time, term‑time‑only and remote working.
• Chartered Engineering status support and structured CPD opportunities.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK will be considered.

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, please let us know.

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