Graduate Mechanical Engineer in Renfrew

Graduate Mechanical Engineer – Howden, A Chart Industries Company

Location: Renfrew, Scotland, United Kingdom, PA4 8XJ

Company: Howden, a Chart Industries company

Opportunity

At Chart Industries, we are passionate about attracting early‑career talent to our organisation. Our Engineering Graduate Programme, based at our Howden location in Renfrew, offers real‑life work experiences across different business areas and a chance to accelerate learning with assignments on world‑leading engineering projects.

Training & Development

The programme follows the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) competencies. Over the first two years you will undertake eight 3‑month placements in core areas such as design, research, contract engineering, project management, manufacturing and field services, preparing you for Chartered status. After the first two years you transition to a permanent role, continuing to receive mentoring from experienced leaders.

What We’re Looking For

Applicants from Mechanical, Aero‑Mechanical, Aeronautical and Product Design Engineering disciplines are welcome. Candidates must hold an IMechE accredited MEng or BEng (Hons) degree. You should be able to operate autonomously, take responsibility early on, and work effectively in diverse teams.

Benefits

• A flexible, hybrid working environment
• Generous holiday entitlement – 33 days annual leave
• Howden Pension Plan – maximum employer contribution 7%
• Company electric vehicle scheme via salary sacrifice
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave pay
• Free onsite parking
• Group Income Protection plan
• Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work, discounts, employee assistance programme, health & wellbeing resources
• Dedicated Spark Service – counselling, physiotherapy, financial support, medical second opinion, remote GP, personal training, nutrition consultations, etc.
• Opportunity to contribute to ESG “Bright Future” initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chart is an equal opportunity employer. The company intends to appoint the most suitable candidate for each role regardless of race, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.