Key Takeaways
- 12-month industrial placement at Heysham 1 Power Station supporting plant efficiency.
- Starting salary of £26,050 per annum.
- Gain practical experience in cooling systems, pump mechanics, and nuclear operations.
- Requires a bachelor’s degree (2:2 or higher) in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
- Must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship may be possible but priority is given to those with existing right to work.
About the Role
This 12-month placement offers a starting salary of £26,050 and the chance to work at one of EDF's key nuclear sites. You’ll join the Operational Technical Support team at Heysham 1, where you’ll support daily operations and help improve plant performance.
You’ll gain practical experience in cooling systems, pump mechanics and problem-solving across plant-wide scenarios. This will involve a healthy mix of hands-on activities and theoretical modelling. This placement offers a unique opportunity to work with experienced engineers and develop a broad understanding of nuclear operations.
What You’ll Experience
During your Plant Efficiency Industrial Placement, you’ll work at Heysham 1 within the Operational Technical Support department. Past students have worked on diagnosing plant-wide issues, supporting mechanical systems, and contributing to the safe and efficient running of the station.
This placement offers practical learning in a professional environment, supported by experienced teams and mentors. You’ll apply academic knowledge to real industry contexts while completing degree-relevant modules and gaining insight into plant operations within the energy sector.
Your Work Location
You’ll be based on site at Heysham 1 Power Station, within the Operational Technical Support Department.
Who You Are
To be eligible for this EDF industrial placement, you need to be on track to achieve, or have already achieved, a bachelor’s degree (2:2 or higher) in a relevant field such as Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Candidates from other disciplines with experience in mechanical comprehension or thermodynamics are also encouraged to apply.
It is a requirement that those who join us have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility, we reserve the right in our decisions to give priority to those who already have the right to work in the UK.
To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.
Pay, Benefits and Culture
Alongside a starting salary of at least £26,050 per annum and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.
Recruitment Process
We'll guide you through every stage and keep you updated along the way. You'll be supported by real people, with opportunities to ask questions, learn more and receive feedback where possible.
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