Electrical Engineer (Power Systems Analysis & HV Engineering) Industrial Placement 2027

Bright Network; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share

Flexible working

Learning opportunities

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Arup is a global consultant delivering advisory and technical excellence across more than 150 disciplines. Our Electrical Engineers work on infrastructure projects in the UK and worldwide, focusing on power systems analysis and HV design within a climate-conscious energy transition.

This 10–12 month internship with Power Systems & HV Engineers offers mentorship, exposure to major developments, and a path to grow technical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Are working towards a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Study towards a Masters in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Science, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering, or Communications Engineering would be advantageous.
• Are studying an IET-accredited degree programme, or a course that supports progression towards professional registration
• Demonstrate an interest in power systems engineering and an understanding of topics such as electrical networks, power transmission and distribution, renewable energy, protection and control, or power system modelling gained through academic studies
• Some experience with coding languages would be an advantage
• Possess a strong working knowledge of MS Office
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for a career in electrical engineering, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work
• Have an analytical thought process and ability to innovate and think broadly
• Possess an aptitude to work on their own initiative and be proactive

Responsibilities

• Support power systems analysis and design efforts on multiple projects
• Collaborate with senior engineers across multi-disciplinary teams
• Contribute to offshore wind, energy storage, HVDC and future net-zero infrastructure initiatives
• Develop communication and project-management skills through mentorship and hands-on tasks

Skills

Power systems analysis

High voltage design

Electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

MS Office

Job description

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future. Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

Our team of Electrical Engineers apply their specialist skills to infrastructure projects across the UK and worldwide. We work with clients from a wide range of industries including but not limited to:

• Electricity network owners such as National Grid, Scottish and Southern Energy Networks
• Energy developers – Offshore and onshore wind, HVDC interconnectors, hydro, solar PV, hydrogen, BESS, waste-to-energy
• Industrial Clients – Data centres, Industrial/Commercial parks
• Energy Investors – Seeking to understand the impact of technical risks on a potential investment

We are driven by producing technically excellent, innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients.

The opportunity

On this 10–12-month Internship you will be aligned to and working with our Power Systems & HV Engineers.

We are seeking enthusiastic early career professionals with an interest in power systems analysis and high voltage electrical design to work with us. This will give you the opportunity to be at the heart of the energy transition, working on power system analysis, design and research that will help to deliver a more secure, sustainable and resilient electricity network in the face of increasing complexity.

You will contribute to power systems analysis and design supporting some of the most significant developments in the energy sector, including offshore wind integration, battery energy storage systems, large HVDC transmission projects, industrial electrification schemes and future net‑zero infrastructure.

Under the mentorship of our senior engineers, you will have the opportunity to work on several different projects, some of which may be external client‑facing and some of which may be internal research and development projects. Due to the multi‑disciplinary nature of our projects and delivery teams, you may work alongside a wide range of experts. The role will enable you to deepen not only technical skills but also communication and management skills.

You’ll join an unrivalled, inclusive community of experts, where everyone is encouraged to develop their career path and skillset, working with team members to deliver an effective and professional service to our clients.

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking undergraduate students who:

• Are working towards a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. Study towards a Masters in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering, Engineering Science, Power Systems Engineering, Energy Engineering, or Communications Engineering would be advantageous.
• Are studying an IET‑accredited degree programme, or a course that supports progression towards professional registration
• Demonstrate an interest in power systems engineering and an understanding of topics such as electrical networks, power transmission and distribution, renewable energy, protection and control, or power system modelling gained through academic studies
• Some experience with coding languages would be an advantage
• Possess a strong working knowledge of MS Office
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for a career in electrical engineering, underpinned by a knowledge and understanding of our sector and work
• Have an analytical thought process and ability to innovate and think broadly
• Possess an aptitude to work on their own initiative and be proactive

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: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts. We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. We will do everything we can to support you.

As a Disability Confident Level 2 Employer in the UK, we will strive for one third of all our interview places to be allocated to candidates who have disclosed they are disability confident and best meet the requirements of the role.