Graduate Electrical Engineer (Water)

Sweco UK Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks

Competitive pension contribution

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle2Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Tree planting for new starters

Job summary

Sweco UK Ltd is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our Water and Asset Management Division as part of the Autumn 2027 cohort. You will contribute to water and wastewater projects, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams while learning through a two-year blended programme.

The role offers a permanent position after completion, a structured development path, and the chance to work on sustainable water infrastructure with mentors and experts across Sweco.

Qualifications

• Degree relevant to the role.
• Less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools.
• Driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions; this is a permanent role with career growth.

Responsibilities

• Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world water and wastewater projects across all lifecycle stages.
• Prepare reports, technical drawings, calculations and documentation.
• Support TOTEX-focused solutions to improve cost and carbon efficiency.
• Participate in project planning and management to ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines to meet client requirements.
• Ensure all projects adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Digital tools

Proactive

UK work eligibility

Education

Degree relevant to the role

Job description

Let’s transform society together

We are Sweco.

We are Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment and regulatory consultancy.

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

We are #DifferenceMakers.

And we are now taking applications for the Autumn 2027 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme.

Now recruiting: Graduate Electrical Engineer to join our Water and Asset Management Division.

At Sweco, we shape sustainable water solutions for communities and industries of all sizes. Our expertise covers every aspect of water and wastewater treatment and infrastructure—from initial feasibility studies through all design stages to construction and commissioning. As trusted leaders in the water sector, our specialists are dedicated to delivering safe, clean drinking water, efficient wastewater recycling, and reliable water transit systems. We pride ourselves on developing innovative, sustainable solutions that help protect and enhance the environment for future generations.

What does the role involve?

As a Graduate Electrical Engineer in our Water department, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and the environment. As part of multi-discipline project teams, you will collaborate with experienced professionals, learning from their expertise while bringing your fresh ideas to the table. Your role will involve:

• Appling your theoretical knowledge to real world problems by assisting in the design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment, and infrastructure projects across all stages of the project lifecycle.


• Preparing reports, technical drawings, calculations and documentation for projects.


• Supporting the development of innovative, TOTEX (Total Expenditure) focused solutions that help our clients exceed their business targets for cost and carbon efficiency.


• Participating in project planning and management to ensure timely and effective delivery.


• Collaborating with colleagues from other disciplines to deliver project requirements and added value to the client.


• Ensuring all projects adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations and implement best practices to promote sustainable and safe engineering solutions.

Who are we looking for?

Our unique, personalised programme is designed for passionate, forward-thinking graduates who want to change the world around them, who will thrive in a dynamic team environment, and who are hungry to collaborate not only with fellow graduates, but also with mentors and leaders across the business.

What do you need to apply?

We want to hear from you if you…

• 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 and other relevant digital tools.


• 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 2027 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.

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 2027.

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.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy)


• Competitive pension contribution


• Life Assurance


• Private Medical Insurance


• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme


• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions


• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year)


• Cycle2Work Scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)


• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)


• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme


• We plant a tree for all new starters!

About Us

Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future.

Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.

We offer our clients a combination of global expertise and local presence, adapted to their business and reality. Our ambition is to be our clients’ most relevant partner, working together to help them solve their challenges, today and into the future.

Sweco is committed to enabling all its colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible start and finish times, part time and hybrid working options so that you can flex your hours around your day to day needs.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

It’s important to us that that all our colleagues thrive at work - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.

Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. To find out more The Armed Forces Covenant - Our Commitments | Sweco UK

We are an accredited Real Living Wage Employer which reflects our commitment to fair pay and support for all colleagues.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 that opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.

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