Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer: Data Centre Focus

targetjobs UK; Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days annual leave, rising to 28

Pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

Non-contractual bonus awards

Training sponsorship

Charity volunteering leave

Wellness days and initiatives

Access to wellbeing platform

Job summary

RED is launching its graduate programme for September 2027, designed to shape the next generation of engineers in building services for data centres. As a Graduate Engineer, you will gain hands-on project experience and structured training.

You will work alongside seasoned engineers and managers, using BIM and engineering software, with mentoring toward chartership and exposure to diverse projects. The programme includes hybrid working, generous leave, pension, and wellbeing benefits, supporting

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Basic knowledge of BIM and engineering software.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Strong IT skills (MS Office, spreadsheets, calculations).
• Proactive, enthusiastic and organised approach; willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate.
• Excellent problem-solving and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and delivery of engineering projects.
• Contribute to real-world engineering solutions.
• Benefit from structured training and mentoring toward chartership.
• Explore emerging technologies and challenge conventional thinking.
• Work with experienced engineers, PMs, and clients across projects.
• Develop technical expertise using specialist design software.
• Visit project sites and gain first-hand experience.
• Support project delivery and documentation.
• Develop sustainable, safe, and high-performance designs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

IT skills

Proactive attitude

Education

BSc/BEng in Engineering

Tools

BIM

Engineering software

Job description

RED is launching its graduate programme for September 2027, designed to shape the next generation of engineers in building services for data centres. As a Graduate Engineer, you will gain hands-on project experience and structured training.

You will work alongside seasoned engineers and managers, using BIM and engineering software, with mentoring toward chartership and exposure to diverse projects. The programme includes hybrid working, generous leave, pension, and wellbeing benefits, supporting