Electrical Engineering Year in Industry Placement

Octavius Infrastructure Ltd.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from professionals

Hands-on experience

Graduate Scheme progression

Job summary

Octavius Infrastructure Ltd. invites aspiring electrical engineers to join a Year in Industry Placement across multiple UK locations. Over 10–12 months you’ll apply university learning on real projects and develop valuable technical and professional skills that shape your future career.

The placement blends site and office work, supporting the delivery of electrical solutions for infrastructure projects. You’ll gain hands-on experience, mentoring from professionals and potential progression onto

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree with a placement year included.
• Willing to travel and stay away from home when required.
• Full UK driving licence preferred due to site-based nature.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with safe installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Assist with development and implementation of electrical methodologies.
• Gain practical experience through site and office-based activities.
• Collaborate with Site Managers, Project Engineers and Engineering Managers.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Problem-solving

Safety and Quality

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (placement year included)

Job description

Location: Opportunities are available in London, York, the Midlands, the North West, and across various project locations throughout the South East of England (from Dorset to Dover).

Start Date: September 2027
Please note that this opportunity is scheduled to start in September 2027. If you are seeking an immediate start or opportunities commencing before this date, we kindly ask that you do not apply.

Year in IndustryPlacement – Electrical Engineering

At Octavius Infrastructure, we believe in helping you be your best in the work you do. Our Year in Industry Placement is designed to give aspiring electrical engineers hands‑on experience, exposure to real projects and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.

Over 10‑12 months, you'll apply what you've learned at university in a practical environment, developing valuable technical and professional skills that will help shape your future career.

The placement

This isn't just a placement. It's an opportunity to build the foundations for a successful career in engineering.

Working across both site and office‑based environments, you'll support the delivery of electrical solutions for infrastructure projects that connect communities and improve transport networks. You'll contribute to the safe installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems while developing your communication, teamwork, problem‑solving and leadership skills.

Following the successful completion of your placement, there may be opportunities for sponsorship and the potential to join our Graduate Scheme after your studies.

What you'll do

During your placement, you'll:

• Support project teams with the safe and efficient installation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Assist with the development and implementation of electrical methodologies.
• Gain practical experience through a combination of site and office‑based activities.
• Work alongside Site Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers and Engineering Managers.
• Build positive relationships with colleagues, clients, suppliers and other project stakeholders.
• Bring fresh ideas, energy and an inquisitive approach to our projects.
• Develop your understanding of safety, quality and the delivery of electrical engineering solutions.
• Take part in activities that promote careers within construction and engineering to local communities.

What you'll get

You’ll receive:

• Hands‑on experience working on real infrastructure projects.
• Support, training and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities to develop your technical, communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
• A day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare.
• Flexible working options where the role and project allow.
• Potential opportunities for future sponsorship and progression onto our Graduate Scheme.

What we're looking for

You’ll be:

• Currently studying towards a degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, with a placement year included as part of your course.
• Interested in developing a career within infrastructure, construction or engineering.
• Proactive, adaptable and keen to apply your academic knowledge in a practical setting.
• A confident communicator who enjoys working collaboratively with others.
• Inquisitive and motivated to take on new challenges and opportunities.
• Passionate about problem‑solving, safety and quality.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment across both site and office settings.
• Willing to travel and stay away from home when required to support our projects.
• Ideally, the holder of a full UK driving licence due to the site‑based nature of the placement.

Why Octavius?

We bring people together to build safer, smarter journeys and stronger communities. You'll join a supportive and inclusive team where your ideas and unique perspective are valued.

Your safety, wellbeing and development matter to us. We'll support you throughout your placement, giving you the experience and opportunities you need to grow in confidence and take the next step in your engineering career.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.

• Graduate Engineer - Electrical - JD.pdf