2026 Graduate Electrical Engineer - Cambridge

Hoare Lea

The Role

Overview

Design and develop electrical systems for built‑environment projects as a graduate engineer.

Key Responsibilities

  • site surveys
  • revit
  • dialux
  • electrical design
  • detailed designs
  • tech research

Tasks

-Undertaking site surveys -Using the latest computer modelling software Revit, Dialux, Relux and Electrical OM. -Electrical – your typical work might include designing and creating Electrical Circuits, Wiring and Lighting. -Producing detailed designs and drawings -Researching ground-breaking technologies

Requirements

  • cad
  • electrical engineering
  • 2:1 degree
  • communication
  • teamwork
  • analytical

What You Bring

-Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills -An understanding of CAD or similar modelling software is an advantage -Ability to work in a team environment and independently -Previous placement or work experience in a similar industry is an advantage -An expected or achieved 2.1 or above IET or CIBSE accredited degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar.

Benefits

-Continuous CPD and learning opportunities

The Company

About Hoare Lea

-The firm pioneered mechanical and electrical engineering and introduced one of the first electrical lighting systems in public buildings. -In 1939, it merged with Edwin S. Hoare & Partners, becoming the modern form of the business and evolving into the UK’s largest MEP consultancy. -Over its long history, the firm has delivered iconic projects like One New Change in London and the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast. -Specialist services span acoustics, fire engineering, lighting design, public health, utilities, and sustainable building systems. -The firm's project portfolio ranges from historic conversions and civic buildings to cutting-edge research centres and transport hubs. -Unusually for its sector, the original founder’s vision still resonates: early adoption of air-conditioning and electrical lighting set a tone of innovation that endures today.

Sector Specialisms

Acoustics

Advisory & Advocacy

Air Quality

Applied Research & Innovation

Audiovisual

Building Intelligence

Digital Engineering

Energy

Utility Infrastructure

Water

Gas

Electricity

Telecoms

Sustainability

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship is provided; candidates must already be authorized to work in the uk.