2027 Graduate Electrical Engineer - Edinburgh
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£58,700
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About the role
2027 Graduate Electrical Engineer
Edinburgh
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 to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.
Why Join Us?
Being part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies, we benefit from collaborating with some of the best engineers in the business, with access to state-of-the-art technical support, and have the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most high-profile projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Bispebjerg Hospital in Denmark, Canolfan Pentre Awel in Carmarthen, One Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester, Multi-Megawatt Data Centre Campus , the vast £1 billion Elephant and Castle redevelopment in London, are examples of some of the amazing projects where we have led the design with other Hoare Lea disciplines.
As a Graduate Electrical Engineer,
Edinburgh
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 to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.
Why Join 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 from day one, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
- You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.
- You’ll be encouraged through our accredited training and development scheme with a dedicated mentor and supervisor, supporting you to Chartership, if you wish.
Being part of one of the UK’s largest building engineering consultancies, we benefit from collaborating with some of the best engineers in the business, with access to state-of-the-art technical support, and have the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most high-profile projects as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Bispebjerg Hospital in Denmark, Canolfan Pentre Awel in Carmarthen, One Piccadilly Gardens in Manchester, Multi-Megawatt Data Centre Campus , the vast £1 billion Elephant and Castle redevelopment in London, are examples of some of the amazing projects where we have led the design with other Hoare Lea disciplines.
As a Graduate Electrical Engineer,
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your day-to-day tasks will vary, as we’ll expose you to all aspects of our work so you can discover what suits you. You could be;
About You
To be successful in this role, you’ll need…
To reward your hard work and commitment we offer both core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary and industry leading training and development to support you throughout your career. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality.
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
- Working on live projects from day one – our exciting projects
- In a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels, retail to residential
- Producing detailed designs and drawings for work including but not limited to;
- 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
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
- 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
To reward your hard work and commitment we offer both core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary and industry leading training and development to support you throughout your career. We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality.
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. For hints and tips in applying click here .
Please only apply for one location for your discipline, if you are flexible with location, great! – you will have the chance to select your other location preferences, and this will be confirmed again with you at telephone interview. If you apply for multiple locations, you will only be considered for the location you have applied for.
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK – e.g. British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders – will be considered.
Recruitment Process
Our Projects Are Human-centric, And So Is Our Recruitment Process. Once You’ve Applied, You’ll Speak To a Person Every Step Of The Way. Here’s Our Planned Timeline
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 (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.
Flexible working
We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, 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.
Data privacy
We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more.
Please only apply for one location for your discipline, if you are flexible with location, great! – you will have the chance to select your other location preferences, and this will be confirmed again with you at telephone interview. If you apply for multiple locations, you will only be considered for the location you have applied for.
Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for this graduate role. Only candidates already authorised to work in the UK – e.g. British/Irish citizens, EU Settled/Pre-Settled, ILR holders – will be considered.
Recruitment Process
Our Projects Are Human-centric, And So Is Our Recruitment Process. Once You’ve Applied, You’ll Speak To a Person Every Step Of The Way. Here’s Our Planned Timeline
- Applications close – 6 th November 2026
- Telephone Interviews – November/December 2026
- Selection Event – January/February 2027
- Start Date – September 2027
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 (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence, or anything else) please let us know.
Flexible working
We are committed to enabling a healthy work-life balance for all employees. So, 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.
Data privacy
We have updated our terms and conditions for candidates, click here to find out more.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical engineers (SOC 2123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sampleSOC 2123
- Middle half £41,392–68,380
- Median £55,432
- Going rate £58,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £41,100–52,900
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The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2123 going rate of £58,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.