Graduate Mechanical Engineer 2027 – Mentorship & Projects

Hoare Lea; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

Private medical cover

EV salary sacrifice

Stock options

25 days leave

Flexible & hybrid working

Job summary

Hoare Lea is seeking a 2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer for the Bournemouth area. You will join one of the UK’s leading building engineering consultancies, working across diverse sectors from healthcare to hospitality.

You will contribute to designing and documenting HVAC, drainage and building services, using CAD and Revit, with dedicated mentorship and opportunities to pursue Chartership. The role offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a clear career path, and access to advanced

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/BEng/BSc in Mechanical Engineering (2:1 or above) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects from day one across healthcare, hotels, retail and residential sectors.
• Produce detailed designs and drawings for Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Control Systems; drainage and hot/cold-water services.
• Use CAD and Revit for modelling and documentation.
• Undertake site surveys and research innovative technologies.
• Engage in CPD and structured development opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Ambitious

Flexible

Education

2:1 Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Revit

Job description

Hoare Lea is seeking a 2027 Graduate Mechanical Engineer for the Bournemouth area. You will join one of the UK’s leading building engineering consultancies, working across diverse sectors from healthcare to hospitality.

You will contribute to designing and documenting HVAC, drainage and building services, using CAD and Revit, with dedicated mentorship and opportunities to pursue Chartership. The role offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a clear career path, and access to advanced