2026 Graduate Engineer - Chemical Process Engineering

Ref 77990 Vacancy title 2026 Graduate Engineer – Chemical Process Engineering Function(s) Engineering Contract type Graduate Region National Location(s) Manchester or Motherwell
Description
At BakerHicks we deliver creative design, engineering and project delivery solutions together with our clients. Shaping a healthier, sustainable and safer world.
Are you eager to launch your engineering career with a consultancy that embraces innovative thinking, technical curiosity, and meaningful impact?
From developing engineering solutions for complex, high-security sectors; to construction management, project delivery, and compliance; our multi-disciplinary design and engineering teams work alongside leading global firms to bring visionary projects to life. We are dedicated to delivering solutions that are efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable.
If you\’re a passionate Graduate ready to make a meaningful impact across diverse industries and cutting-edge projects, we\’d love to have you on our team!
About Our Graduate Programme
At BakerHicks we offer a dynamic two-year Graduate scheme – an exceptional launchpad for your career as a future Process Engineer.
Our program uniquely combines technical expertise with professional development through two enriching learning journeys. You\’ll dive into hands-on experiences alongside our industry-leading teams, equipping you with the essential skills and knowledge to thrive in your engineering career.
From day one, you\’ll benefit from a personalised on-the-job training plan tailored to the Process department. This approach will not only allow you to apply your technical knowledge in real-world settings but also provide ongoing support from experienced professionals.
You\’ll actively contribute to a variety of projects, gaining invaluable experience every step of the way. We are also committed to enhancing your essential soft skills, ensuring you develop a well-rounded skill set that complements your technical abilities with effective communication, collaboration, and leadership.
What You\’ll Be Doing

• Producing and delivering high-quality design documents and drawings to support the process team on key projects.
• Developing calculations, specifications, reports, and drawings for the design and construction of complex process engineering systems, equipment, facilities, and buildings across major pharmaceutical, chemical, and defence projects in the UK and internationally.
• Building your skills in a fast-paced, highly technical environment, advancing your engineering career with professional development opportunities that support your path toward Chartered Engineer status..

What We\’re Looking For
We\’re looking for passionate and driven individuals who see Process Engineering not just as a profession, but as a calling. If you\’re committed to delivering exceptional work, eager to embrace new challenges, and motivated by opportunities to grow and make a real impact, we\’d love to hear from you.
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do – so if you bring a proactive mindset and a positive, can-do attitude, you\’ll thrive here.

• 2:1 in a relevant engineering degree, such as Chemical Engineering or Biochemical Engineering.

What We Will Offer You

• Mentorship and support towards chartership – We offer tailored mentorship and structured support to guide you through becoming professionally chartered, including access to experienced professionals for advice and coaching. You\’ll build a strong portfolio, prepare for assessments, and develop key competencies while gaining hands-on experience across diverse, technically complex projects in multiple sectors.
• Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging projects – Immerse yourself in a variety of innovative, technically challenging, and high-impact projects that will sharpen and advance your skills. Our work spans multiple sectors, providing exposure to landmark designs and pioneering industry approaches.
• A friendly, supportive, and ambitious team culture – You\’ll join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We foster a friendly, inclusive environment where your ideas are heard, and your growth is a shared goal. You\’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do and driven to make a difference.

Shape your future with us – where your creativity, drive, and aspirations make a difference.
Apply now and engineer a better tomorrow!
Our commitment is to develop, train, and retain our graduates for the long term. Therefore, BakerHicks are unable to consider applications from candidates who are working under the Graduate visa route or other time-limited visas, regardless of their duration, due to their temporary status and the future sponsorship requirements under the Skilled Worker route, set out by the UKVI.
This decision follows recent changes to the Skilled Worker visa regulations introduced by the UK Government in July 2025.
However, we welcome applications from candidates who are eligible under alternative UK immigration routes that do not require Skilled Worker sponsorship now or at any point in the future.
Additionally, m any of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.
Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK ( )
About BakerHicks
We\’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks .
BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company.
Benefits
Whatever your discipline, you\’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• Life assurance scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Flexible working
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance
• Professional development

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.
BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr