🔧 FUTURE TALENT ENGINEERING PROGRAM 2026 🔧

GRADUATE MECHANICAL ENGINEER

📍 Athens, Greece

Build your engineering career through real project experience!

On behalf of our client, HumanGrounds is looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join the technical team and develop through hands-on involvement in construction projects and site operations.

Our client is an established technical and construction company involved in technically complex projects, with a focus on hospital facilities, electromechanical infrastructure and cultural projects, alongside a range of public and private construction works.

This is an opportunity for a recent graduate to work alongside experienced engineers, understand how projects are delivered in practice and gradually build the technical and professional skills needed to grow in the industry.

We're looking for someone with a solid engineering foundation, genuine interest in construction and the motivation to learn through experience.

✨ The Opportunity

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on exposure across different aspects of construction project execution, including:

Mechanical & electromechanical installations
Site operations & technical coordination
Technical documentation, drawings & specifications
Subcontractor & supplier coordination
Materials, procurement & project requirements
Quality, safety & compliance

Working closely with experienced engineers, you will participate in real projects while progressively developing your technical knowledge and taking on greater responsibility.

📌 Key Responsibilities

Support the planning and execution of construction projects.
Assist in monitoring mechanical and electromechanical works on site.
Support engineers with technical documentation, drawings and reports.
Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
Follow up on project progress, materials and assigned deliverables.
Support quality and compliance requirements.
Assist in identifying technical issues and practical solutions.
Take ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities.

🎯 What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate with strong potential and the motivation to build a career in construction.

We don't expect you to know everything from day one. We are looking for someone who is willing to learn, asks questions, takes responsibility and wants to develop through real project and site experience.

🎓 Education

Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in:

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an AEI / University-level institution
Mechanical Engineering degree from a TEI / University of Applied Sciences, combined with a relevant Master's Degree

💡 Profile

You are someone who:

Is genuinely interested in engineering, construction and site-based work.
Is curious, eager to learn and open to guidance from experienced professionals.
Has a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.
Takes ownership and follows through on commitments.
Is organised, detail-oriented and able to manage priorities.
Works well with different teams and brings a practical, solution-oriented mindset.

Success in this Role is Primarily Driven by

🔧 Technical Curiosity

Demonstrates genuine interest in engineering and a willingness to continuously develop technical knowledge through hands-on experience.

🎯 Ownership & Reliability

Takes responsibility for assigned tasks, follows through on commitments and can be trusted to deliver accurate and timely work.

🤝 Collaboration

Works effectively with engineers, project teams, subcontractors and other stakeholders while being open to feedback and guidance.

⚡ Additional Competencies

Technical Documentation & Reporting
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Site Coordination & Follow-up
Planning & Task Prioritisation
Problem Identification & Resolution
Quality Awareness
Health & Safety Awareness
Communication with Project Stakeholders

⚙️ Technical Requirements

Degree in Mechanical / Electromechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Good understanding of fundamental engineering principles.
Familiarity with technical drawings and engineering documentation.
Good Microsoft Office skills.
Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar engineering software will be considered an advantage.
Good command of both Greek and English, written and spoken.
Willingness to work on construction sites.
Driving licence will be considered an advantage.

🚀 What the Company Offers

Competitive gross salary
Structured onboarding, hands-on training and mentoring.
Exposure to real construction projects and site operations.
Progressive development of technical and project coordination skills.
Long-term career development opportunities within a dynamic construction environment.

👉If you are an ambitious graduate looking for an opportunity to learn, grow and make an impact, we would love to hear from you.

Application Dealine: Friday, 13th November

Ready to Ground Υour Talent?