Graduate Software Developer

Job ID: 17551

TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services Ltd.

Permanent, Full Time

Cheshire

Immediately

Job Summary

We are excited to offer an opportunity for engineering graduates who want to apply their technical engineering knowledge through software development. As a Graduate Engineering Software Developer at TÜV Rheinland, you will work at the intersection of engineering and technology—helping design, build, and enhance specialist process engineering software used globally across high‑hazard and industrial sectors.

You will:

  • Apply your engineering principles (e.g., fluid flow, thermodynamics, materials behaviour) to solve real‑world problems through software.
  • Learn modern development practices under the guidance of experienced engineers and software developers.
  • Contribute to the development, optimisation, and maintenance of engineering applications used by practising engineers
  • Engage with the numerical methods and solvers behind our process engineering tools
  • Participate in a structured graduate programme designed to grow you into a hybrid Engineer‑Developer with domain expertise and strong coding capability.
  • Continue developing your skills through relevant technical and software courses.

This role is ideal for engineering graduates who enjoy coding and want to build a career developing tools used by engineers worldwide.

Job Description

Technical contribution

  • You will support the development and enhancement of our engineering applications by:
  • Applying engineering knowledge to help validate models, solvers, and results.
  • Expanding existing applications and developing new features driven by engineering requirements.
  • Working with both engineering equations and code, understanding how software translates technical principles into practical tools.
  • Providing engineering‑focused software support for clients through the PEL Helpdesk.


Contract management

  • Supports contract management activities.

Planning and control

  • Follows project plans and delivers high‑quality technical work on time, ensuring alignment with engineering and software requirements.

Risk and opportunity management

  • Supports risk assessments and implementation of resulting actions in one’s area of responsibility. Documents and handles technical risks according to mitigation guidelines.

Customer

  • Supports customers by helping interpret engineering queries and providing clear, technically informed responses.

Processes and tools

  • Uses standard processes, software and tools applicable to one’s area of responsibility. Reports process and tool inefficiencies, along with suggesting ideas for improvement.

What we expect of you?

Essential

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Physics) with strong analytical/problem‑solving skills.
  • A genuine interest in applying engineering principles through software development.
  • Some experience with coding (e.g., Python, C#, MATLAB, VBA, or similar), gained through university projects, personal projects or industrial placement.
  • Curiosity, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for engineering problem‑solving.


Desirable

  • Experience working in or exposure to high‑hazard or regulated industries.
  • Understanding of numerical methods or scientific computing concepts.
  • Clean UK driving licence.

What we can offer you?

  • Hybrid work model and flexible working hours
  • Annual bonus subject to company and individual performance
  • A package of benefits: private medical care, group life insurance, workplace pension scheme, employee discounts, Salary sacrifice options
  • Well being Support
  • Work in a friendly, diverse and high-qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere
  • International environment and daily usage of foreign languages
  • Real development opportunities
  • Direct communication and no formal dress code
  • Employee referral program

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We only accept applications submitted online through our application system. We cannot accept applications sent by email.

What else you should know

Job ID17551
Type of contractPermanent
Type of employmentFull Time
Work modelFlex Office / partially remote
CompanyTÜV Rheinland Industrial Services Ltd.

Application deadline: as long as the job is listed on our career page, we are looking for suitable candidates (all genders welcome). We are looking forward to receiving your application.

You can look forward to that:

Positive working atmosphere

Isn't it tempting to work for an established, significant company with a rich heritage? Here's the even better news: we also want the work to be fun!

Employee events

Building. Memories. Together. Various events for employees await you!

Employee discounts

Exclusive employee offers at attractive conditions are just one of the great benefits we offer you. Please enquire about the details in a personal meeting.

Bonus programmes

We believe in rewarding performance by recognising success. Let's talk about the details of our bonus programmes in a personal meeting.

Flexible working hours

Balancing your private and professional life is not always easy: family matters, personal needs, transport or simply your own energy cycle - our flexible working hours support you in this!

Experienced and international teams

We welcome new talent, but are also proud of our many long-standing colleagues. Let your personal experience come together with our multicultural TÜV Rheinland experience to achieve something together!

Insurance packages and health care

We are proud to save lives with our work. The physical and mental well-being of our employees is just as important to us! We would be happy to inform you about our insurance and health packages in a personal meeting

Employee training and development

We live ‘Just right’ as the core of our corporate DNA. Constantly growing together and learning from each other is therefore a matter of course for us!

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Industrial Services & Cybersecurity

At TÜV Rheinland, in the Industry Service & Cybersecurity business unit, we are looking for talents who are ready to help shape the future of the industry and accompany technological progress. Our focus is on digitalization and networking in the industry, as well as the further international expansion of our services in the field of renewable energy and support for major infrastructure projects.

This applies to the functional safety of industrial plants in an era of rapidly increasing interconnectivity of components and machines – the keyword being Operational Technology Security – as well as to energy generation, utilization, and distribution, infrastructure, and network expansion.

Our Core Areas:

  • Pressure Equipment & Plant Engineering: Inspection, testing, and certification services focusing on pressure equipment such as pressure vessels, boilers, tanks, and piping systems.
  • Elevators & Conveyor Technology: Inspection, testing, and certification services for elevators, conveyor belts, escalators, cranes, and machinery.
  • Electrical & Building Technology: Evaluation, inspection, testing, and certification services for electrical, mechanical, and electronic systems.
  • Industrial Inspection & Material Testing: Comprehensive inspection and testing services for industrial facilities and their materials.
  • Infrastructure & Project Management: Project and construction supervision as well as integrated services for infrastructure projects.
  • Energy & Environment: Technical support, certification, and testing for renewable energy and sustainable solutions.
  • Cybersecurity & Functional Safety: Testing and certification services for industrial automation, IT, and OT security solutions.

Become part of a team that drives innovation and makes the world safer and more connected. With us, you can apply and expand your knowledge and actively shape the industry of the future – in an environment that fosters learning and diversity.

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