Key Takeaways
- Graduate Electrical Engineer role in Bristol.
- Work on exciting projects in sectors including healthcare, hotels, retail, and residential.
- Accredited training and development scheme with a dedicated mentor, supporting you to Chartership.
- Applications close on 6th November 2026.
- Competitive salary and benefits package offered.
About the Role
About Us
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.
Why Join Us?
- Collaborate with the industry’s best, working with a wide range of built-environment specialists.
- Be part of progressive and exciting projects from day one, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
- Advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.
- Be encouraged through our accredited training and development scheme with a dedicated mentor and supervisor, supporting you to Chartership, if you wish.
The Role
As part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies, you will collaborate with some of the best engineers, have access to state-of-the-art technical support, and work on large and high-profile projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Examples of projects include Bispebjerg Hospital in Denmark, Canolfan Pentre Awel in Carmarthen, One Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester, Multi-Megawatt Data Centre Campus, and the £1 billion Elephant and Castle redevelopment in London.
As a Graduate Electrical Engineer, your day-to-day tasks will vary to expose you to all aspects of our work:
- Working on live projects from day one.
- Working in a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels, retail to residential.
- Producing detailed designs and drawings for electrical circuits, wiring, and lighting.
- Using the latest computer modelling software: Revit, Dialux, Relux, and Electrical OM.
- Undertaking site surveys.
- Researching ground-breaking technologies.
- Continuous CPD and learning opportunities.
Communication will span all of these, as you will regularly liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings.
About You
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- An expected or achieved 2.1 or above in an IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar.
- 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.
It would be an advantage, but not necessary, if you also had:
- A Masters or other relevant post graduate qualification.
- Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry.
- An understanding of CAD or similar modelling software.
Our Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and industry-leading training and development to support you throughout your career. We are committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential.
You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our 9-day fortnight scheme, thriving community groups, varied social and networking events, and extensive professional and technical development schemes. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and 25 days of annual leave (increasing with service), alongside flexible and hybrid working.
How to Apply
To apply simply complete a CV profile, answer a couple questions, and submit your application.
Please only apply for one location for your discipline. If you apply for multiple locations, you will only be considered for the location you have applied for.
Recruitment Process
- Applications close – 6th November 2026
- Telephone Interviews – November/December 2026
- Selection Event – January/February 2027
- Start Date – September 2027
Adjustments and Accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to ensure you can participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.
Flexible Working
We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements to suit their particular needs and lifestyle, including part-time, term-time-only, and remote working.