Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Buildings - 2026 (Cardiff) in Cardiff

Energy Jobline ZR; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cardiff is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer for its 2026 Graduate Programme. The role involves working on various live projects, including mechanical services design and using BIM software. Candidates should possess a degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrate adaptability and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Degree and/or master's qualification in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or building services engineering subject.
• Keen interest in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Working on live projects in various sectors.
• Mechanical services design and calculations.
• Using Revit and 3D BIM modelling software.
• Design co-ordination with other disciplines.
• Producing detailed designs and drawings.

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

The Opportunity

With every community, Stantec redefines what's possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

We're looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join our progressive, award-winning Mechanical & Electrical Engineering team in our Cardiff office, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme, where you'll be delivering sustainable projects for our communities, planet and society.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team which specialises in the delivery of building services, energy and sustainability services, where we offer a fresh approach by getting involved early, working collaboratively with the design team, guiding design development and using our expertise to help clients make key decisions – an approach that always results in a building that delivers.

As a Stantec graduate, you will collaborate with your team and wider cohort, developing your expertise within an exciting and creative interdisciplinary environment and will benefit from strong support from both office and technical colleagues, as well as significant guidance from senior staff within our open and collaborative culture.

Your role:

• Working on live projects from the start in a variety of sectors from healthcare to education
• Mechanical services design and calculations
• Working with supervisors on scheme design concepts
• Using Revit and 3D BIM modelling software in design production
• Design co-ordination with other professional disciplines
• Producing detailed designs and drawings
• Input into or development of energy and sustainability strategy and dynamic thermal modelling
• Participating in design team and client meetings
• Undertaking site visits or surveys
• Researching and implementing new technologies
• Continuous CPD and learning opportunities
• Your typical work might include Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Control Systems, above ground drainage systems and hot and cold‑water services.

About you:

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a degree and/or master's qualification in a relevant mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or building services engineering subject, and a keen interest in our industry, we'd love to receive your application if you are:

• An Adapter – You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer – You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator – You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others' perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem‑Solver – You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

We ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long‑term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to attain professional status
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, age, disability or any other status protected by law. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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