Key Takeaways
- Design electrical systems for infrastructure projects in water, energy, power, and industrial sectors.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree (2.1 or above) in a relevant engineering field and full UK working rights.
- Applications close on 12 November 2026, with an early application recommended.
- Start date is 1 September 2027.
- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.
About the Role
The Opportunity
As a Graduate Electrical Engineer, you'll help design the electrical systems that keep essential infrastructure running. Working as part of multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to projects across water, energy, power and industrial infrastructure, developing practical solutions to complex engineering challenges.
You'll work alongside experienced engineers and specialists, building your technical capability through real project experience while developing towards professional accreditation. We offer our clients a broad spectrum of expertise and consulting services in, but not limited to, the following industries:
- Water: water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations, reservoirs, water distribution
- Energy: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), hydro, CHP, waste-to-energy, solar PV, hydrogen, wind, new molecules
- Power: HV/LV Transmission and Distribution
- Industrial Clients: electrical infrastructure supporting manufacturing and process facilities such as steam generation, chemical handling
- Process: food and beverage processing
Our clients include water companies, energy generators, energy infrastructure owners, rail infrastructure owners, Government agencies and councils, process industries and renewable energy investors.
Depending on the project, you could be involved in:
- Electrical calculations
- Equipment selection
- Producing specifications and designs
- BIM and digital modelling
- Coordinating with other engineering disciplines
- Preparing technical reports
- Supporting site activities
From your first day, you'll join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is encouraged to develop their career and skillset and are guided towards gaining professional accreditation.
Is this role right for you?
We're looking for graduates with curiosity, personal drive and technical know-how, plus the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Science, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering, Communications Engineering (2.1 or above)
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Science, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering, Communications Engineering (2:1 or above) would be advantageous
- Integrated Master's degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Engineering or similar subjects.
- Studying, or have studied, an IET accredited course. Your degree should be accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), or meet equivalent academic requirements.
- A good understanding of CAD and BIM and experience of design projects would be beneficial.
- Some experience with coding languages would be an advantage
- Confidence using common digital tools and an enthusiasm for learning new engineering software, including tools for 3D design and digital automation.
- Enthusiasm for a career in electrical engineering, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to find efficiencies in processes
- The aptitude to work on your own initiative and work proactively
- Due to the need for remote site visits a full driving licence would be beneficial
To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:
- Full working rights in the country of application
- No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
- Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:
- Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
- Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
- Growth seekers: A growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
- Adaptable adventurers: Ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.
You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.
Next Steps
The application process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.