Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Graduate Mechanical Engineer role in Sweco’s Water department, Leeds. Join the November 2026 cohort of Sweco’s Early Careers Graduate Scheme. At Sweco, we shape sustainable water solutions for communities and industries of all sizes.

We recruit to role and are looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer who shares our ethos and values to join our dynamic Water department in Leeds.

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer in our Water department, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference in the community and the environment. You will work as part of multi-discipline project teams, collaborating with experienced professionals while bringing your fresh ideas to the table. Your responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the development of outline and detailed designs and specifications for mechanical works.
• Providing day-to-day technical input as part of a team of engineers and technicians.
• Ensuring design output is completed in accordance with the scope of works, timescales and budgets.
• Working in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines to deliver project requirements and added value to the client.
• Ensuring all projects adhere to health, safety and environmental regulations and implement best practices to promote sustainable and safe engineering solutions.

We want to hear from you if you…

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.
• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Are confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Are driven, proactive, and solution oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we’re looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

Our Graduate Scheme offers a two-year blended learning experience with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face-to-face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2026 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors and subject matter experts; structured masterclasses focus on fundamental skills, internal insight and functional expertise to fast-track your development. The programme builds confidence early in your career and provides a platform for genuine impact within Sweco. You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry-standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a pension and life assurance.

Read what our previous graduates have said about their experience on the careers section of our website. Please note, we will hold an assessment centre for this position in January / February 2026. All applicants will be contacted regardless of the outcome. We provide feedback to all attendees of interviews or assessment centres but are unable to offer personal feedback at the application stage.

Transforming society together, we plan and design sustainable communities and cities of the future. Sweco is committed to enabling colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and other priorities with flexible start/finish times, part-time and hybrid working options.

Sweco is committed to equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone. We welcome suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Committed employer. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact for assistance.

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Location notes: South Yorkshire, Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield and nearby areas commonly referenced in job postings; see posting for current openings.