Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Barhale Holdings; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join its team in East Anglia. This role includes designing and supporting critical water infrastructure projects, collaborating with various engineering disciplines, and offering pathways to chartership. The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a passion for sustainable practices, along with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Join a company that values personal development and well-being.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension

Private Medical

25 days of annual leave

Leadership & management training

Responsibilities

• Assist in the mechanical design of pumping stations, treatment works, and pipeline systems.
• Support project delivery teams on-site and in the office.
• Collaborate with civil, electrical and process engineers.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and drawings.
• Engage with clients, contractors and suppliers to ensure engineering excellence.
• Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance across all activities.

Skills

Strong interest in sustainable engineering

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or MEng)

Job description

About Barhale

Barhale is a business founded on family values, established by our Chairman, Dennis Curran, in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with over 40 years of experience in design, civil engineering and maintenance services across multiple sectors including:

• Water
• Transport
• Built environment
• Energy

We operate as a tier one partner for blue-chip, regulated and private clients, working within large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances, as well as on standalone projects. We develop long-term relationships based on delivering Barhale values, which have been integral since 1985.

Our direct delivery model is at the core of what we do because we believe that people are our greatest asset. We train and retain our own frontline delivery teams, management and support services, employing over 1,200 staff nationwide. We possess a range of specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including:

• Tunnelling
• MEICA
• Temporary and permanent design
• Steel fabrication
• Signs (design and fabrication)
• Health & safety equipment and products, including PPE

Company Website: https://www.barhale.co.uk/

Company Showcase Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZA

Why join Barhale?

• As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to high standards of people practices, creating an inclusive environment and aligning culture with business strategy, ethos and philosophies.
• Job security and long-term work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes.
• A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes across some of the UK’s largest infrastructure projects and clients.
• Strong career progression demonstrated by our track record of promoting from within, which we believe drives our success.

Graduate (Mechanical Engineer) – The Role

We are a ground-breaking collaboration between eight leading organisations – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO – delivering over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. Are you a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate ready to shape the future of water infrastructure? Join a forward-thinking team working on essential water and wastewater projects across East Anglia.

We are seeking a passionate and driven Graduate Mechanical Engineer to support the design, delivery and maintenance of critical assets in the water industry. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an industry that directly impacts communities and the environment, while gaining hands-on experience and developing towards chartership.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the mechanical design of pumping stations, treatment works, and pipeline systems
• Support project delivery teams on-site and in the office
• Collaborate with civil, electrical and process engineers
• Prepare technical reports, specifications and drawings
• Engage with clients, contractors and suppliers to ensure engineering excellence
• Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance across all activities

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or MEng)
• A strong interest in sustainable engineering and the water sector
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it)

Caring and Investing in You

Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years and guide how we care for and invest in people. As a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, we are committed to investing in people and creating a working environment where individuals feel secure and supported throughout their careers. From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations are supported.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical
• 25 days of annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days
• 8 hours volunteering
• Employee Assistance Programme to support mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
• Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
• Leadership & management training and coaching
• Regular line management engagement and appraisal to support career progression
• Development supported by internal and externally delivered training
• Continuous service awards

Would you like to know more? Please contact our Recruitment team via [e-mail]