Electrical Engineering Graduate

British Sugar Plc; North End; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK sugar manufacturer is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to contribute to power generation and distribution. You'll gain valuable experience in managing high-voltage and low-voltage networks, supporting automation systems, and working on energy efficiency projects. Applicants should have at least a 2:1 degree in a relevant engineering field and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. Join us in powering sustainable production in our innovative manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 degree (or predicted) in Electrical, Electronic, Power, or Energy Engineering.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to diagnose issues and suggest solutions.
• Interest in industrial systems and sustainable production.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience in power generation and distribution.
• Work with high-voltage and low-voltage networks.
• Support automation and control systems.
• Contribute to projects focused on energy efficiency.
• Take part in capital projects from design through delivery.

Skills

Engineering principles application

Clear communication

Teamwork

Flexibility to travel

Commitment to safety and quality

Education

Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Power, or Energy Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineering Graduate

Company: British Sugar

Location: King's Lynn, Norfolk, United Kingdom

Date Posted: 2025-12-09T06:42:01Z

Valid Through: 2026-03-09T06:42:01Z

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Salary: 42000-42000 GBP per YEAR

Description

Graduate Electrical Engineer Programme

Duration: 2 years
Locations: Wissington
Salary: £42,000 per annum

Powering a world-class manufacturing business

At British Sugar, electrical engineering powers everything we do. Our sites combine advanced power generation, energy recovery, and distribution systems to produce up to 85 megawatts of electricity - keeping our factories running safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

As a Graduate Electrical Engineer, you'll design, maintain, and develop the electrical infrastructure that supports the production of over a million tonnes of sugar each year - a true example of engineering on an industrial scale.

What you will be doing

• Gain experience in power generation and distribution, including steam and gas turbine systems.
• Work with high-voltage and low-voltage networks, transformers, and switchgear.
• Support automation and control systems, from digital protection to modern control technologies.
• Contribute to upgrade and improvement projects focused on energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Take part in capital projects - from design and specification through testing, commissioning, and delivery.

What you will need

• A minimum 2:1 degree (or predicted) in Electrical, Electronic, Power, or Energy Engineering.
• Ability to apply engineering principles to diagnose issues and suggest practical solutions.
• An interest in large-scale industrial systems and how energy supports sustainable production.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills - able to collaborate and share ideas effectively.
• Flexibility to be based at and travel between any of our UK sites.
• The right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Alignment with our values: staying safe, driving to action, working together, respecting each other, and being open and flexible.

We are committed to creating an environment where all our people are treated with respect and given the opportunities to succeed. We want British Sugar to be a great, inclusive place to work for everyone.