2026 Graduate Vertical Transportation Design Engineer
Location: Bristol, London or Manchester
Salary: Depending on qualifications, experience and location
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.
About The Role
Vertical Transportation is one of our specialist groups, providing lift, escalator and moving walk expertise to ensure the efficient movement of people in buildings using the best traditional and modern technologies for new, refurbished and occupied premises. As modern buildings and their uses become ever more demanding the design becomes an increasingly challenging process. Our efficient Vertical Transportation designs provide the ideal solutions for complex projects.
As a graduate engineer, 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:
* Working on live projects from day one – view our projects
* In a variety of sectors from healthcare to hotels
* Producing detailed designs and drawings
* Using the latest computer modelling software CAD and Revit
* Undertaking site surveys
* Researching ground-breaking technologies
* Continuous CPD and learning opportunities
* Carrying out traffic simulations, define vertical transportation strategies for new or existing building developments to allow efficient transport of occupiers, or research ground-breaking technologies
Communicating will span all of these, as we regularly liaise with project teams, meet clients or end users, and attend collaborative meetings.
You will receive a dedicated mentor and supervisor and you will receive the best training to support you through your development with us.
Why Work For 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, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
You’ll advance your career, your way, thanks to our structured Career Paths framework.
About You
To be successful in this role you’ll need:
* An expected or achieved 2.1 or above degree or equivalent qualification in Design Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services, Architectural Engineering or any Design discipline with a real understanding or interest in mechanics and analysis.
* A masters or other relevant post graduate qualification is an advantage
* Previous placement or work experience in mechanical systems or analytics is an advantage
* An understanding of CAD or similar modelling software is an advantage
* 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
How To Apply
To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application. For hints and tips in applying, please refer to the application guidance.
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.
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 (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.
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