Graduate Engineer

Join the next generation of engineers powering global manufacturing.

At Projective, we don't just engineer solutions, we energise progress. We are a global engineering consultancy specialising in utilities and facilities consultancy, design and support, working with recognised clients in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage and FMCG sectors. Our collaborative, client centric approach combines deep technical expertise with agile thinking to deliver intelligent, tailored solutions that improve performance, reliability and long term sustainability.

We are launching a new graduate scheme and are looking for 6 Engineers to join us in September 2026. This is an opportunity to build your career in a business that values curiosity, collaboration and continuous improvement, while gaining hands on experience on real engineering challenges from the start.

This is an opportunity to fast track your development through structured support, professional mentoring, real project responsibility and a clear progression route from graduate level through to Engineer. You will have the opportunity to contribute to projects for some of the world's most recognised manufacturing businesses, supporting everything from decarbonisation and new technology assessments to engineering design and build delivery.

About the role

As a Graduate Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineers and consultants to support the delivery of technical projects for industrial clients. You will gain exposure to a range of engineering activities, with the chance to develop your technical, commercial, and client facing skills in a structured way.

This role is suited to graduates who want to apply their engineering fundamentals in a practical setting, solve real problems, and develop into trusted consultants and project delivery professionals. You will gain experience through site visits, client exposure and involvement in real world projects, rather than working only on theoretical tasks.

The role will also offer opportunities to travel, depending on project and client needs, giving you wider exposure to different sites, teams and ways of working.

What you will be doing

Your responsibilities may include:

• Working on live engineering projects alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams for leading global industrial clients.
• Taking part in site visits to understand real operating environments and client challenges.
• Supporting decarbonisation projects, including heat pumps, electrification and other low carbon technologies.
• Analysing operational and technical data to support engineering recommendations.
• Engineering design and build projects from concept through to delivery.
• Supporting project coordination, planning and delivery activities.
• Working with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, project management and client support.
• Developing an understanding of utilities, facilities and industrial systems within regulated environments.
• Building strong relationships with colleagues and clients through professional, clear communication.

As part of Projective's graduate scheme, you will be supported to develop both technically and professionally. The programme will give you exposure to real projects, structured development, and close support from experienced colleagues.

You can expect

• Competitive salary with annual progression, starting salary: £32,000 - £34,000.
• A structured induction with the wider graduate cohort.
• Career progression within a growing company and a pathway to Chartership.
• Exposure to live client projects and operational environments.
• Site visit experience and involvement in real world projects.
• Mentoring and regular development reviews.
• Experience working in a collaborative consultancy and engineering environment.
• Paid professional membership with a relevant institution.
• A clear progression pathway, with the opportunity to develop towards the next level within 3 to 5 years, depending on performance and development.
• Opportunities for domestic and international travel.

Essential requirements

• An MEng in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an institute accredited course.
• A minimum 2:1 degree classification.
• A genuine interest in engineering consultancy and design for utilities, facilities and industrial systems.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• The ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• A proactive, self motivated attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• A professional and adaptable approach to working with colleagues and clients.
• Willingness to travel as required for site visits, project work and client engagement.
• The right to work in the UK for the duration of employment without employer sponsorship.

Desirable

• Additional language capability in French, Italian, Spanish or German.
• Previous internship, placement or work experience in a relevant engineering environment.
• Experience in a client facing, team based or problem solving role.
• An interest in sustainability, utilities, process improvement or industrial infrastructure.
• A full UK driving licence, or willingness to obtain one in time for the role.

Our graduate engineer promise

• Your ideas are valued.
• Your development is structured.
• Your impact is important.

Graduate engineers are not observers. They are active contributors to projects that shape the utilities and facilities powering modern manufacturing worldwide. Join our growing global team of engineers - where your ideas help shape the utilities and facilities that power modern manufacturing.

Further Graduate Programme Details

• Start date: September 2026 (or earlier, flexible based on availability)
• Requirement: MEng in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, minimum 2:1
• First 3 months: Office based at our Head Quarters in Fleet (GU51 2UY)
• After 3 months: Hybrid working available, subject to business and project needs
• Travel: Some travel will be required for site visits, project support and client work
• Job Type: Permanent and full time (40 hours per week)