Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Regulated Water (Glasgow, Leeds or Newcastle)

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Jacobs has secured multi-year contracts and projects with leading clients in the water sector throughout the UK and Ireland. We are recruiting professionals from all disciplines who are looking to grow their careers in the water sector. We embrace flexible working and welcome candidates based throughout the UK and Ireland.

You will join our team of over 1000 water professionals, working on a range of high-profile projects and become part of a world leading company with excellent career prospects. You will work with teams who have a successful track record in delivering projects specialising in water and wastewater networks, water and wastewater treatment, asset management, integrated catchment management, network modelling and project/programme management. You will work within a multi-disciplinary structure, striving for technical excellence, delivering your projects for agreed timeframes and budgets.

The start date for this role is September 2026.

Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities and societies. The GDP is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey, with blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking across four focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy and your passions. The programme allows you to customise your learning journey to reflect your interests, career goals and technical skillset. Much of the learning is on-the-job, working with your manager and mentor to capture meaningful learning experiences. It is a launchpad for your career, with opportunities to work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders.

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• Be working towards a Masters level qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical & Environmental Engineering, or similar
  
• A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward
  
• Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things
  
• You must have the permanent right to work in the UK
  

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• Step 1 Apply Online
  
• Step 2 Solo Video Assessment
  
• Step 3 Interview
  

Apply before 19 October 2025 for your application to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open to applications. However, you may not proceed with your application if the role is filled in the first assessment window.

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• A flexible workstyle with hybrid working patterns
  
• Free single medical cover and a digital GP service
  
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
  
• An inclusive and diverse work environment with Jacobs Employee Networks
  
• A focus on safety, health and wellbeing, with a culture of caring
  
• Opportunities to give back to communities through our Collectively program with matched funding and volunteering
  

We are an inclusive employer and welcome flexible working arrangements. We value collaboration and believe in the importance of in-person interactions as part of our hybrid policy. For accessibility or recruitment support, please contact Careers Support.

We are committed to inclusion and belonging. We partner with initiatives such as Vercida to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds and support disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria through our disability confident approach.

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• Seniority level: Not Applicable
  
• Employment type: Full-time
  
• Job function: Engineering and IT
  
• Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services and IT Consulting