Graduate Electrical Engineer (Building Services)

sweco; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering consultancy is opening a Graduate Electrical Engineer position for passionate graduates. This role involves participating in prestigious UK construction projects, analyzing electrical requirements, and developing high and low voltage designs. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and less than 12 months work experience. The two-year graduate scheme offers a blended learning experience and a supportive environment for personal growth. In this permanent role, you'll enjoy industry-standard salary and benefits, including 25 days holiday.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Great pension

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Degree relevant to the role.
• Less than 12 months of relevant work experience.
• Confidence in using Microsoft Office applications.
• Proactive and solution-oriented work ethic.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Work on prestigious construction projects in the UK as a team member.
• Analyse electrical requirements for central plant, lighting, and small power.
• Develop high and low voltage electrical designs.
• Design systems like lighting, power, and fire alarms.
• Attend workshops and meetings with architects and project teams.
• Liaise with manufacturers about technologies.
• Write technical reports and prepare tender documents.
• Use electrical distribution, lighting software, and CAD.
• Visit construction sites for system commissioning.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Electrical infrastructure design

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

Join us in transforming society!

We’re Sweco.

We’re future planners, city shapers, urban innovators, digital transformers, net zero chasers, community connectors, social enterprisers, and lifestyle improvers.

We’re difference makers.

We’re Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment, and regulatory consultancy. We’re now recruiting for the November 2026 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme.

Who are we looking for?

We’re seeking passionate, forward-thinking graduates who strive to make a difference and thrive in a dynamic team environment. We provide the support and opportunities you need to develop and achieve your career goals.

Uniquely, we recruit-to role – and right now we’re looking for Graduate Electrical Engineers to join our innovative Building Services division. Given Sweco’s global recognition as a successful Building Services Consultant, and our history of delivering the world’s most sustainable buildings such as the Bloomberg European headquarters and achieving the highest ever BREEAM score, we’d like to hear from graduates that share our ethos and values but are driven to truly transform the world around them.

What does the role involve?

• Work as an integral team member on some of the most prestigious construction projects in the UK, working alongside world class architects and innovative engineering teams.
• Analyse electrical requirements of buildings for central plant, lighting and small power to determine loads and incoming power requirement.
• Develop high and low voltage electrical infrastructure design.
• Design lighting, small power and fire alarms to coordinate with architecture and interior design.
• Attend workshops and meetings with the architect and project team.
• Liaise with manufacturers to keep abreast of latest technologies and applications.
• Write technical reports, design presentations and prepare tender drawings and specifications.
• Use electrical distribution and lighting software as well as CAD including AutoCad and Revit.
• Visit construction sites and witness system commissioning.

What do you need to apply?

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.
• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Are confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Are driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we’re looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

What’s in it for you?

Our Graduate Scheme offers a two-year blended learning experience, with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face-to-face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2026 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors, and subject matter experts from across the business.

Structured masterclasses focus on Internal Insight, Skills Development, and Subject Matter Expertise, helping fast‑track your development as you pursue professional accreditation. The programme builds your confidence early in your career and gives you a platform for genuine impact within Sweco.

You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry‑standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a great pension, and life assurance.

Sounds good, right? Read what our previous graduates have to say about their experience on the careers section of our website!

Please note, we will hold an assessment centre for this position in January / February 2026.

All applicants will be contacted regardless of the outcome. We provide feedback to all attendees of interviews or assessment centres but are unable to offer personal feedback at the application stage.

Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now and let's transform society together at Sweco!