The successful candidate will be based at

Doubletree by Hilton Jabal Omar Makkah.

The first phase is a 9-month duration with a mix of competency and skills development enhancing the participant’s technical and competency skills.

The second phase is a 15-month duration consisting of 80% technical and 20% administrative learning to strengthen technical, administrative, and managerial skills in the day-to-day engineering operations.

During the programme, the participants will gain on-the-job experience acquiring practical skills and knowledge, presenting a technical project at the end of each phase, towards their development to future engineering leadership positions.

Responsibilities

Why choose us?

Embarking on our graduate programme is a transformative journey, encompassing a structured framework of learning and development activities. Here's what you can look forward to:

Programme Induction: Start your journey with a comprehensive introduction to our programme and our broader business.
Personal Mentor: Benefit from a one-to-one mentor, ensuring your progress is nurtured with regular feedback.
Career Development Reviews: Receive regular assessments and guidance to finetune your career trajectory.
Line Manager Support: Enjoy consistent and structured feedback from your line manager to facilitate your growth.
Management and Leadership Development: Engage in specialised programmes to hone your leadership and management skills.
Technical Development Modules: Enhance your expertise through focused technical training.
Hilton University Modules: Access a world-class education through Hilton University resources, including the PACE curriculum.
Group Modules and Business-Driven Projects: Collaborate on group projects that translate theory into real-world experience.
We foster a culture of belonging and inclusivity: We value and celebrate team member diversities.
Hilton Perks: Including our Go Hilton TM Travel Programme, which provides you with access to heavily reduced hotel room rates for you, your family & friends.

Qualifications

What are we looking for? 

• First and foremost, Hilton is a hospitality company, and we are looking for individuals with a strong sense of alignment to our culture and values.
• You will have completed a Mechanical, Electrical or Electromechanical Engineering related bachelor’s degree or master’s degree or equivalent by the start of the programme.
• Fluency in English (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Eligibility to work anywhere within Saudi without company sponsorship.
• Mobility across the MEA region after completing the programme, along with a willingness to relocate as required by Hilton..
• Availability to start full-time employment as of 1st of September 2026.
• Have the “PACE” and desire to embark on a pathway to accelerate your career to become a future engineering leader.

What is it like working for Hilton?

The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and named as #1 World’s Best Workplace!

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programmes and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton Team Member Travel discount programme. Hilton prioritises understanding and integrating our Team Members’ unique perspectives and voices—along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners—to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all.

We value and celebrate our team members diversities and individualism and foster a culture of belonging across our organisation. Joining Hilton will give you the opportunity to contribute to our rich culture and give back to the community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We will ensure that qualified individuals with protected disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions of the role, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Selection Process

We are open for applications, so please apply!

There is a rigorous selection process, which includes online assessments, a video interview and a competency-based interview. This not only helps us to identify the right candidates, but if you are selected, it is the start of your personal development journey with Hilton.

We are also thrilled to announce the launch of our new podcast series, ‘Graduates in Hospitality’! This series of video podcasts features current and former Hilton graduates as well as senior leaders within Hilton.  The ‘Graduates in Hospitality’ podcast is designed to help prospective students navigate the world of graduate programmes and provides tips for breaking into the hospitality sector. Learn more about Graduates in Hospitality here and hear more about our PACE Graduate Programme Pace-Emea-Podcast.

Good luck, we are looking forward to meeting you!

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture
At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality. Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel. Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical. Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.