Graduate Engineer

Port of Dover

Dover, Kent

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Planning, Construction Projects, Data Analysis, Documentation, Electronics, Employee Assistance Plan, Energy Engineering, Healthcare, Life Insurance, Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Progress Reports, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Tracking, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Risk Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Software Engineering, Supply Chain, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Dover, Kent
POSTED
21 days ago

About the Role

We are looking for motivated and curious Engineering Graduates to join our team and gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of engineering and construction projects delivered within a live, operational environment.

This is a unique opportunity to develop your skills across a broad spectrum of disciplines, including project engineering, procurement, commercial awareness, health & safety, and CDM regulations. You'll play an active role in supporting project development, from early stage concept through to delivery.

Working as part of a collaborative central team, you'll contribute to the development of project scopes, carry out site-based activities, and support the successful delivery of programmes across our infrastructure and port environments.

This Graduate position will be for 24 month duration.

Key Responsibilities
* Conduct site surveys, measurements and condition assessments (structures, M&E, or assets)
* Analyse data and translate findings into technical scopes of work and specifications
* Support the creation of early-stage designs, drawings, diagrams, and 3D models
* Review and evaluate technical and design submissions, providing clear feedback
* Assist in the preparation of work instruction packs for supply chain pricing
* Monitor project progress and contribute to planning, sequencing, and programming
* Assess quality of works against approved designs and standards
* Identify project risks and opportunities, supporting mitigation strategies
* Review contractor documentation including risk assessments and method statements
* Produce reports on project progress and outcomes
* Support development of pre-construction and construction phase plans
* Engage with your mentor and manager to drive your professional development

What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Knowledge
* Degree in Electronics or Sustainable Energy Engineering
* Strong interest in infrastructure, ports, or large-scale development projects
* Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools
* Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills
* Awareness of CDM regulations (desirable)
* Exposure to or interest in AI applications in engineering (desirable)

Skills & Experience
* Ability to apply academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data
* Organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Curious mindset with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Hours of work: Monday - Friday 37.5 p/w

Salary: £27k

Benefits

  • 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Generous contributory pension scheme
  • Discretionary annual bonus scheme
  • Private Health Care
  • Life assurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • 3rd

About the Company

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Port of Dover