Location: Edinburgh
Job Type: Graduate opportunity
Discipline: Mechanical
Salary: £27,000 to £31,000

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Graduate Engineer to join KJ Tait’s Engineering Design team. This is an
excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who is keen to develop practical design experience, learn
from experienced engineers and contribute to meaningful projects across the built environment.

The successful candidate will support the wider Engineering Design team by assisting with
engineering designs, calculations, drawings, schedules, reports and technical documents. You will
work closely with senior colleagues, receive mentoring and gradually build the technical knowledge,
confidence and project awareness needed to progress in your engineering career.

KJ Tait provides integrated Engineering Design, Facilities Management and Energy Services, with
specialist expertise including BREEAM, NABERS, TM44 Air Conditioning Inspections and WiredScore
Assessments. Our approach focuses on delivering low-energy, high-quality projects and closing the
performance gap between design intent and real-world building performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Mechanical and Electrical engineering design work across a range of projects.
• Assist with the preparation of drawings, specifications, schedules, reports, calculations and
  technical documents.
• Develop an understanding of building services design, regulations, industry standards and
  sustainable design principles.
• Attend site visits, design team meetings and project meetings with senior colleagues.
• Help project teams deliver work in line with agreed programmes, budgets and quality
  expectations.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, clients, contractors, architects and
  manufacturers where appropriate.
• Manage your own workload with guidance and take an active role in your professional
  development.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement, best practice and low-energy design solutions.

About You

We are looking for a proactive, curious and detail-focused graduate who is keen to learn and develop
within a supportive engineering environment. You should be comfortable working as part of a team,
asking questions, taking feedback positively and building the professional habits needed to
consistently produce high-quality work.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified, or working towards a degree, in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical
  Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Interest in building services, low-carbon design, sustainability and the built environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to learning.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage tasks with support and guidance.
• A professional, respectful and collaborative approach.
• Right to work in the United Kingdom.

Desirable Requirements

• Student, Graduate or Affiliate membership of CIBSE, IET or another relevant professional
  body, or a willingness to work towards this.
• Previous placement, internship or project experience within engineering, construction or the
  built environment.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit or other design and model review software.
• Interest in BREEAM, NABERS, energy efficiency or wider sustainability-led design.

What We Offer

• Structured graduate training and mentoring.
• Practical project exposure across engineering design, facilities and energy services.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Support towards professional registration and chartership.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to low-energy, sustainable and practical design solutions.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated Graduate Engineer looking to start your career within a supportive and
experienced engineering team, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV together with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and career
aspirations - Edinburgh@kjtait.com

Closing Date: 16/10/2026 - Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and early applications
are encouraged.

Equal Opportunities Employer: We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where
all employees are treated fairly and with respect.