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A leading construction company is seeking a Graduate Mechanical Engineer for its 2026 Development Programme, based in East Anglia. Ideal candidates are final-year students or recent graduates in Mechanical Engineering, passionate about sustainable engineering and working in the water sector. You'll gain practical experience while contributing to key infrastructure projects. This is a permanent position starting in September 2026, with various professional development opportunities.
City/town:
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Norwich, Peterborough
Job field:
Construction
Friday, November 7, 2025
Type of contract:
Permanent
ID:
5524
What do you want from your work? From your life?
If you’re looking for more than just a job, if you want to make a real difference with every decision you make, you’re in the right place.
Skanska is one of the largest construction and development companies in the world. Together, we shape how we live, work and connect – we build from the ground up and maintain your local communities, infrastructure and transportation.
Graduate Mechanical Engineer – 2026 Development Programme – East Anglia
We’re excited to open applications for our 2026 Graduate Programme, starting in September. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career where your work contributes to healthier, greener, and more inclusive places for people to thrive.
Over two years, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, structured learning, and the support of mentors who care about your growth. You’ll develop the technical and interpersonal skills to help you succeed and make a lasting impact.
This role sits within our Infrastructure operating unit, supporting the design, delivery, and maintenance of critical assets in the water industry with Anglian Water across East Anglia.
What you’ll do:
What you’ll bring to the role:
What we offer:
Programme start date: September 2026 – Join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.
Interviews: The Assessment Centre for this role will take place in person on Monday 1st December 2025.
Equal opportunities
We value diversity and strive to create inclusive teams – we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and protected characteristics and believe different perspectives make us stronger.
Flexible working and reasonable adjustments
Please ask about flexibility at interview and we will explore what is possible for the role. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact emerging.talent@skanska.co.uk so we can support you.
More information about the role
Please note this advert may not include every assigned duty or responsibility and may be amended at Skanska’s discretion, including the closing date; if you have questions contact emerging.talent@skanska.co.uk.
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