Mechanical Graduate Engineer

The role is for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at Wolffkran in the UK. You will work on construction projects, supporting tower crane design, delivery, and project management.

Are you a Mechanical Engineering graduate ready to apply your knowledge to real-world construction projects?

At Wolffkran, we’re looking for an ambitious Graduate Engineer to join our team and help deliver innovative tower crane solutions across the UK.

This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting construction projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop your engineering career within a global company known for quality, safety, and innovation.

Role Purpose

Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will share our commitment to delivering the highest level of customer service, helping position Wolffkran as the number one tower crane provider in the UK.

You will support the delivery and management of customer tower crane schemes from design concept through to project delivery, ensuring all engineering outputs meet the highest technical and safety standards.

You will work directly with customers to deliver a best-in-class experience on every project, while collaborating closely with colleagues across sales, engineering, and operations. Building strong relationships with both existing customers and new business prospects will be key to your success.

Above all, you will represent Wolffkran’s company values, maintaining the highest professional standards and never compromising on safety.

What tasks await you?

• Advise customers on the most suitable tower crane solutions for their construction sites.

• Produce technical drawings in plan and elevation illustrating crane configurations.

• Support the Sales team with technical expertise during project tenders.

• Create tie and climbing layouts and provide reaction and axial load calculations for temporary works design.

• Assess the feasibility of tower crane installation and removal when developing crane schemes.

• Calculate foundation loads and tie loads for base design requirements.

• Attend online meetings and occasional site visits to support complex crane schemes.

• Upload and manage drawings on online collaboration platforms for customers and project teams.

• Share expertise and support colleagues across the Wolffkran Group globally.

What is your job profile?

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• Minimum 2:2 Degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Experience using CAD software

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

• Strong planning and project management abilities

• Full UK Driving Licence

Skills / Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage time and resources effectively

• Able to maintain professionalism under pressure

• Excellent IT skills

Personal Attributes

• Focused on achieving key engineering targets

• Customer-focused mindset to enhance the client experience

• Resilient and adaptable

• Strong time management skills

Desirable

Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

• Experience working in the construction industry

• Understanding of tower crane design standards

• 2:1 Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Skills / Competencies

• Understanding of the construction machinery or rental industry

• Ability to collaborate effectively with key stakeholders

Personal Attributes

• Right-first-time approach to engineering solutions

• Forward-thinking mindset, always looking to improve current engineering practices

Your benefits

Why Join Wolffkran?

• Work on major construction projects across the UK

• Gain hands-on experience in crane engineering and project delivery

• Be part of a global engineering organisation

• Learn from experienced industry professionals

• Enjoy opportunities for career development and progression

Ready to start building your engineering career?
Apply today and become part of the team shaping the future of construction with Wolffkran.

Pay: £25,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Health & wellbeing programme

• On-site parking