Graduate Mechanical Engineer – Building Services, Reading

Stantec; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy/sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Permanent contract

Professional chartership support

ERGs network

Job summary

Stantec is offering a 2027 Graduate Programme for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer in Reading. You will join a collaborative local team of around 20 engineers in Reading and work with national Building services professionals on HVAC-focused designs.

You will gain exposure to diverse projects across commercial, industrial, residential and mission-critical sectors, collaborating with architects, structural and electrical engineers to deliver integrated, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in BEng Mechanical Engineering or Building Services.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 / Office / AutoCAD.
• Keen interest in working in the Buildings sector.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of mechanical building services systems, including HVAC, through calculations, system layouts and technical assessments.
• Produce and develop coordinated drawings and 3D models using CAD and Revit software.
• Collaborate with architects, structural engineers, electrical engineers and other disciplines to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Attend project and design meetings, contributing to discussions and learning from experienced engineers.
• Undertake site visits, surveys and inspections to gain practical experience of building services installations and construction activities.
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports, calculations, specifications and other project documentation while developing knowledge of industry standards, regulations and best practice.
• Support in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation (CIBSE, IET or IMECHE).

Skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in BEng Mechanical Engineering or Building Services

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft 365/Office

Job description

Stantec is offering a 2027 Graduate Programme for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer in Reading. You will join a collaborative local team of around 20 engineers in Reading and work with national Building services professionals on HVAC-focused designs.

You will gain exposure to diverse projects across commercial, industrial, residential and mission-critical sectors, collaborating with architects, structural and electrical engineers to deliver integrated, compliant solutions.