ABOUT HOWDEN

From its base in the West of Scotland, Howden has been leading the world in the design and manufacture of fans, heat exchangers and compressors for over 150 years. With 3800 employees in 17 countries and equipment operating in another 90 countries, our products operate in key industries such as power generation and petrochemicals where performance and reliability are crucial. Working with clients such as Shell, BP, Scottish Power, Arcelor Mittal we partner with global companies to provide technical and business solutions. We have over 700 employees located in the UK.

Our Graduate engineers progress through Howden at a rate that matches their ambition. The current Chief Executive Officer was a former graduate, as were a number of senior managers, who are in both senior technical and commercial roles.

THE PRODUCTS

We have a reputation for engineering excellence and are acknowledged throughout the world as the market and technical leader, in virtually all our product ranges. Take our fans and blowers for example. You could be designing rotating equipment which absorbs 10MW in shaft power, is running at trans-sonic peripheral speed, or which has the equivalent kinetic energy in its rotor to a goods train running at 100 km/hr

GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES

We are seeking to recruit 4 graduate trainees onto our IMechE accredited training programme. The course is also consistent with the professional requirements of the IMechE. We are seeking Graduate Engineers to start in September 2012.
Occasionally we also have other opportunities for Graduate Engineers, for example we are currently looking for a Graduate Proposals Engineer to join us as soon as possible.

THE TRAINING

During the first two years on the training scheme you will gain the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills in all areas of the business. Placements lasting 10 weeks in each of the core areas, including: design, project engineering, project management, manufacturing, and field services; ensure that you gain the knowledge, experience and skills required both by the company and by IMechE for Chartered status. You will also get the chance to attend the award-winning Howden Academy, www.howdenacademy.com a three week global programme which provides an exciting induction into Howden with up to 50 colleagues from around the globe.
The final two years of the training scheme will be spent specialising in your preferred career area.

Primarily you will be based in our Global headquarters in Renfrew (approx. 15 minutes drive from Glasgow city centre). There are also many opportunities for worldwide travel. Previous graduates have gone on overseas placements in Australia, US, France and China.

Early responsibility and further training are encouraged and the company will support relevant training and personal development.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

You will have a Master’s degree in mechanical engineering which is accredited by IMechE.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for graduate opportunities at Howden go to: www.howden.com/careers and apply online.

DISCOVER MORE ABOUT HOWDEN

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Sectors

Business

Engineering

General

About us

No. of employees 700

We are looking for Masters

Locations Glasgow and Renfrew

Salary & benefits

Competitive salary plus excellent benefits

Application procedure

We have an online system. Apply here.

Discover more

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Visit our graduate careers site

How can I apply?

To apply for graduate opportunities at Howden go to: www.howden.com/careers and apply online.

Where are you recruiting in the UK?

Howden have over 700 employees located in the UK in the following locations; Glasgow, Renfrew, Belfast and Chesterfield.

Our graduate roles are based in Glasgow and Renfrew.

Who do you typically look for?

We look for graduates with a passion for Engineering applications and solutions.

What type of roles do you recruit for?

We’re looking for Mechanical Engineering Graduates to join our IMechE accredited training programme. We also occasionally have other opportunities for Engineering graduates.

Do you offer any placement or work experience opportunities?

We have very limited summer placement opportunities.