VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026
Plant - Layout and Piping Designer
Location: Milan Italy
Required: DEGREE IN Engineering (Mechanical Chemical Civil or related field)
Application Deadline: 19th April 2026
Salary:
Note: the term Graduate 2026 refers to our program not the year you are expected to have graduated.
Veolia are ready to launch our Graduate Recruitment Campaign for 2026!
You will join us between July and October 2026 and complete our 1-year fully immersive graduate programme. This structured development journey leads to exciting long-term career opportunities across our global operations.
This is a permanent position from day one demonstrating our unwavering commitment to our graduates long-term success and development. We believe in investing in our future leaders by offering permanent contracts rather than fixed-term positions providing our graduates with job security and peace of mind from the start. This approach allows you to fully focus on your development and career growth.
At the end of the 12-month graduate program we conduct comprehensive career conversations with each graduate to explore their strengths interests and aspirations. This discussion helps determine the most suitable career path within our company. Our commitment to permanent employment reflects our confidence in our graduate program and our dedication to nurturing long-term talent. It also demonstrates our strong track record of graduate retention and career progression within Veolia.
We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive culture that emphasises equality and collaboration rather than focusing on hierarchy. At Veolia our employees diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will participate in our thriving DEI communities and related initiatives.
Veolia has a meaningful purpose where youll be part of something bigger than just a job; youll be part of a network driving ecological transformation and making a meaningful impact on society and the environment through our work.
Our Graduate Program is our commitment to developing talented employees through:
- Structured training on both essential and technical skills
- Networking opportunities
- A dedicated support network of a Program Leader Line Manager Mentor Coach and HR Manager
- Experiential learning delivered on a monthly basis
- Four times in-person workshops at key locations at our operations across Europe
- A Sustainability Challenge to develop your entrepreneurial skills
- Regular reviews with your support network - and a great chance for feedback
As a Graduate Layout and Piping Designer you will embark on a comprehensive journey developing expertise in piping systems and plant layout design. Youll master industry-leading CAD software while creating 2D/3D piping layouts isometric drawings and equipment arrangements. Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams youll learn to design compliant piping systems perform clash detection and contribute to live projects. This role offers hands-on experience in transforming process requirements into practical efficient designs that support Veolias environmental infrastructure projects globally.
Day-to-Day Duties and Learnings:
- Develop 2D/3D piping layouts and isometric drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD Plant E3D Navisworks)
- Design piping systems including routing support structures and equipment arrangements while considering stress thermal expansion and flexibility
- Create and modify P&IDs plot plans and equipment layouts in collaboration with process and mechanical engineers
- Perform clash detection analysis and resolve spatial conflicts to ensure constructability
- Ensure all designs comply with industry standards including ASME API and ISO codes
- Participate in design reviews coordination meetings and prepare technical documentation including material take-offs
- Conduct vendor drawing reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead small design packages independently as you progress presenting designs and incorporating feedback from senior engineers
Qualifications :
Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Chemical Civil or related field) (essential)
- Basic knowledge of piping design principles and plant layout (desirable)
- Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD Plant E3D or Navisworks (desirable)
- Fluent in English and Italian - other European languages are useful
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace or similar platforms
- Willingness to travel
Additional Information :
As an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026Plant - Layout and Piping Designer Location: Milan ItalyRequired: DEGREE IN Engineering (Mechanical Chemical Civil or related field)Application Deadline: 19th April 2026Salary: Note: the term Graduate 2026 refers to our program not the year you are expected to have gradua...
VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026
Plant - Layout and Piping Designer
Location: Milan Italy
Required: DEGREE IN Engineering (Mechanical Chemical Civil or related field)
Application Deadline: 19th April 2026
Salary:
Note: the term Graduate 2026 refers to our program not the year you are expected to have graduated.
Veolia are ready to launch our Graduate Recruitment Campaign for 2026!
You will join us between July and October 2026 and complete our 1-year fully immersive graduate programme. This structured development journey leads to exciting long-term career opportunities across our global operations.
This is a permanent position from day one demonstrating our unwavering commitment to our graduates long-term success and development. We believe in investing in our future leaders by offering permanent contracts rather than fixed-term positions providing our graduates with job security and peace of mind from the start. This approach allows you to fully focus on your development and career growth.
At the end of the 12-month graduate program we conduct comprehensive career conversations with each graduate to explore their strengths interests and aspirations. This discussion helps determine the most suitable career path within our company. Our commitment to permanent employment reflects our confidence in our graduate program and our dedication to nurturing long-term talent. It also demonstrates our strong track record of graduate retention and career progression within Veolia.
We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive culture that emphasises equality and collaboration rather than focusing on hierarchy. At Veolia our employees diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will participate in our thriving DEI communities and related initiatives.
Veolia has a meaningful purpose where youll be part of something bigger than just a job; youll be part of a network driving ecological transformation and making a meaningful impact on society and the environment through our work.
Our Graduate Program is our commitment to developing talented employees through:
- Structured training on both essential and technical skills
- Networking opportunities
- A dedicated support network of a Program Leader Line Manager Mentor Coach and HR Manager
- Experiential learning delivered on a monthly basis
- Four times in-person workshops at key locations at our operations across Europe
- A Sustainability Challenge to develop your entrepreneurial skills
- Regular reviews with your support network - and a great chance for feedback
As a Graduate Layout and Piping Designer you will embark on a comprehensive journey developing expertise in piping systems and plant layout design. Youll master industry-leading CAD software while creating 2D/3D piping layouts isometric drawings and equipment arrangements. Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams youll learn to design compliant piping systems perform clash detection and contribute to live projects. This role offers hands-on experience in transforming process requirements into practical efficient designs that support Veolias environmental infrastructure projects globally.
Day-to-Day Duties and Learnings:
- Develop 2D/3D piping layouts and isometric drawings using CAD software (AutoCAD Plant E3D Navisworks)
- Design piping systems including routing support structures and equipment arrangements while considering stress thermal expansion and flexibility
- Create and modify P&IDs plot plans and equipment layouts in collaboration with process and mechanical engineers
- Perform clash detection analysis and resolve spatial conflicts to ensure constructability
- Ensure all designs comply with industry standards including ASME API and ISO codes
- Participate in design reviews coordination meetings and prepare technical documentation including material take-offs
- Conduct vendor drawing reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead small design packages independently as you progress presenting designs and incorporating feedback from senior engineers
Qualifications :
Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Degree in Engineering (Mechanical Chemical Civil or related field) (essential)
- Basic knowledge of piping design principles and plant layout (desirable)
- Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD Plant E3D or Navisworks (desirable)
- Fluent in English and Italian - other European languages are useful
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace or similar platforms
- Willingness to travel
Additional Information :
As an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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