Graduate Mechanical Engineer

Graduate Mechanical Engineer supporting plant operations and industrial engineering projects, including design, installation, and technical support.

About SARIA

SARIA is a global leader in sustainable solutions, transforming food industry by-products and waste materials into valuable resources. With operations across Europe and worldwide, SARIA plays a key role in the circular economy through renewable energy, ingredients, and environmental services.

SARIA Group is seeking a motivated Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join its Project Engineering team based in Widnes. The successful candidate will support the delivery of both new and ongoing strategic and operational projects across the business.  While the role will be primarily based in Widnes, it requires full flexibility to travel to all SARIA sites as needed to assist with project activities, implementation, and engineering support.

The Role

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you will work alongside experienced engineering teams to support plant operations, improve equipment performance and contribute to engineering projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a large-scale industrial environment while developing your engineering career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of project management, including but not limited to CapEx, OpEx, repairs and investment projects.  This includes design, procurement, installation, commissioning and hand-over.

• Assist in managing large scale projects and engineering tasks involving numerous contractors and SARIA employees.

• Provide technical support to the operations/management team.

• Assist in the organisation technical quotations and the procurement of all required parts and services.

• Create technical drawing in both 2D and 3D format. (training to be given)

About You

We are looking for a graduate who is enthusiastic about engineering and eager to learn in a fast-paced industrial setting.

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

• Interest in industrial plant, maintenance, and process engineering.

Desirable:

• Placement or internship experience in manufacturing or engineering.

• Knowledge of mechanical systems such as pumps, conveyors, motors, or hydraulics.

• Familiarity with CAD software.

What We Offer

• Structured training and development.

• Mentorship from experienced engineers.

• Competitive graduate salary.

• Company benefits package.

• Opportunity to grow your career within a global organisation.