2026 Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Glasgow

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Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield. We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (MEP), fire, lighting, security and sustainability. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their potential, and offer opportunities for professional and technical development, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Why Work For Us?

• You’ll collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built-environment specialists.
• You’ll be part of progressive and exciting projects, with exposure to innovative schemes across sectors.
• You’ll advance your career through our structured Career Paths framework and support to achieve Chartered Engineering status if you wish.

As a graduate engineer, your day‑to‑day tasks will vary as you are exposed to all aspects of our work to discover what suits you. You could be:

• Working on live projects from day one
• In a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels
• Producing detailed designs and drawings
• Using CAD and Revit for modelling
• Undertaking site surveys
• Researching new technologies
• Engaging in continuous CPD and learning opportunities
• Helping design Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Control Systems
• Producing designs for above and below ground drainage and hot/cold water services

You will communicate with project teams, clients and end users, and attend collaborative meetings. You will be assigned a dedicated mentor and supervisor to support your development.

• An expected or achieved 2.1 or above IMechE or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• A masters or other relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage
• Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is an advantage
• Understanding of CAD or similar modelling software is an advantage
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• A friendly, ambitious and confident individual with a flexible and resilient approach

We offer core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary and industry‑leading training and development. Further information on benefits is available on request.

To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application. For hints and tips in applying, please refer to the guidance provided. Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK will be considered (e.g., British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders).

If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and perform at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

We are committed to enabling a healthy work‑life balance and welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.

We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates. Please review for more information.

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Construction