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Chemical and Process Engineering Graduate Programme

AtkinsRéalis
£32,000 - £34,500
BelfastBirminghamBristol

Expected closing date: Thursday, 3 December 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Join the AtkinsRéalis Graduate Development Programme to work on complex engineering projects.
  • Earn between £32,000 - £34,500 per year.
  • Gain valuable experience and work towards professional accreditation.
  • Applications close on 3 December 2026, but apply early as roles may close sooner.

About the Role

Build a brilliant career and shape a sustainable tomorrow with the AtkinsRéalis Graduate Development Programme. You'll be trusted with real responsibility, empowered to contribute to projects that create a more sustainable future, and given the support to develop both professionally and personally.

What You'll Do

  • Work on a diverse range of projects across sectors such as Defence, Nuclear, Power and Renewables, or Water.
  • Develop new skills and gain valuable experience while making a positive impact.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and create meaningful impact on the world around us.
  • Work towards your professional accreditation (where applicable).

What You'll Bring

  • A curious mindset and enthusiasm for solving real-world challenges.
  • A desire to champion a culture where everyone belongs.
  • A collaborative working style and confidence in building positive relationships.
  • Enthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek out development opportunities.
  • Motivation to achieve professional accreditation (where applicable).
  • Comfortable embracing agile ways of working and learning new technologies.
  • A commitment to spend a minimum of three days a week in the office or on client site (project dependent).

Training and Development

  • Insight into many areas of work and the chance to explore your skills and interests.
  • A series of training events and modules.
  • Professional development and mentoring.
  • On-the-job experience and practical skills development.

Benefits and Rewards

  • A settling-in payment of £2,500 upon joining and a further £2,500 upon achieving chartered status or equivalent.
  • 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, with the option to buy an additional 15 days or sell up to 5 days.
  • Two paid annual volunteer days.
  • A brilliant range of rewards and benefits.
  • Opportunities to join talented graduates in skill-building, social events, charity challenges, Young Professional Awards, social clubs, and exciting secondments.
  • Access to employee networks for social interaction, peer support, and personal development.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for immediate and confidential help.
  • An enhanced maternity scheme and family-friendly policies.

How to Apply

Click "Apply" to start your application on the AtkinsRéalis vacancies platform. Use the search and filter options to narrow down roles by location, sector, and other preferences. You can only make one application per recruitment campaign.

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Additional Information

  • This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment are dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.
  • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship for the duration of the programme.

Key Dates

  • Application Deadline: 3 December 2026 (Note: some roles may close sooner due to volume of applications).