Graduate Engineer Trainee — Hybrid Path to Chartered Status

Gradbay Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering firm is recruiting graduates for its Engineering Graduate Programme in Birmingham. You'll work on projects that modernise national infrastructure and provide low-carbon solutions. Responsibilities include supporting engineering projects, data analysis, and working with diverse teams. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a starting salary of £30,000 with a supportive graduate community and mentorship opportunities.

Benefits

£30,000 starting salary

£1,000 relocation allowance

Guaranteed permanent role upon completion

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance (up to 4× salary)

Flexible lifestyle benefits

Access to virtual GP

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• A degree in any engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, civil, environmental, energy, building services, or related).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Confidence working with data to inform decisions.
• Clear communication and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Proactive, curious, and adaptable mindset.
• Genuine ambition to build a long-term engineering career.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of real engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Assist with modelling, technical drawings, analysis, and site data.
• Contribute to energy efficiency, sustainability, and carbon reduction initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with engineering and consulting teams.
• Apply data and insight to support decision-making and project outcomes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree in engineering discipline

Job description

A leading UK engineering firm is recruiting graduates for its Engineering Graduate Programme in Birmingham. You'll work on projects that modernise national infrastructure and provide low-carbon solutions. Responsibilities include supporting engineering projects, data analysis, and working with diverse teams. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a starting salary of £30,000 with a supportive graduate community and mentorship opportunities.