Engineering Graduate Opportunities - England

ScottishPower; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£3,000 sign-on bonus

Pension

Flexible benefits

Support towards IET chartership

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK offers a Graduate Programme in Nottingham for entry-level roles in utilities, focusing on hands-on experience across various projects. Candidates must hold an honours degree in engineering and possess a full UK driving licence by September 2026. The role emphasizes network planning, asset management, and customer service, with a competitive salary of £35,000 plus benefits. Applications close on 4th January 2026.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is required for this role.
• Must obtain a full UK driving licence by September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering teams in maintaining, upgrading, and responding to faults.
• Contribute to decarbonisation projects and enhance network resilience.
• Assess network performance and design new infrastructure.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Network planning

Customer service

Education

Honours Degree (2:2 minimum) in relevant disciplines

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Mechanical, Power Systems, Civil, or Construction Engineering

Job description

Duration - 2 Years

Location - England

Applications close - 4th January 2026

Start Date - 14th September 2026

Salary & Benefits - £35,000 + £3,000 sign-on bonus + pension + a range of flexible benefits.

Our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to rotate across different operational sites and teams, giving you hands‑on experience in everything from network planning and asset management to fault response and customer service.

Training is primarily office or site‑based, but as you progress, you’ll enjoy increasing flexibility and responsibility as you move beyond the programme and into your engineering career.

Throughout your journey, you’ll be supported every step of the way, gaining the practical experience and professional development needed to thrive in the energy sector.

Honours Degree (or equivalent) at a minimum of 2:2 in relevant disciplines.

A full UK driving licence is required for this role. If you are currently unable to obtain one, we’re happy to explore alternative arrangements to support you. Please note that a full UK driving licence must be in place by September 2026.

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Mechanical, Power Systems, Civil, or Construction Engineering.

What you’ll be doing:

• Gain practical, hands‑on experience in both field‑based and office‑based roles, supporting engineering teams in maintaining, upgrading, and responding to faults in critical infrastructure
• Get involved in network planning, asset management, and customer service to understand the full scope of electricity network management
• Contribute to decarbonisation projects and efforts to enhance network resilience
• Rotate through different teams and functions, building a comprehensive view of how we deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to customers
• Collaborate safely in both office and field environments as part of a supportive, innovative team culture that values continuous improvement

Power Systems Analysis & Design

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Electronic, or Power Systems Engineering.

What you’ll be doing:

• Work alongside a team of skilled engineers to drive improvements and upgrades to our network
• Assess network performance and design new infrastructure
• Support customer connections like solar panels
• Use simulation tools to optimise the grid

What’s in it for you

• Training is primarily office or site‑based, with increasing flexibility as you progress beyond the programme
• Support toward IET chartership
• Opportunities to gain network authorisations
• Experience across diverse engineering environments
• A career that supports clean, affordable energy for all

Where you’ll be Working

You’ll be based in one of our operational regions — Merseyside, Mid Cheshire, North Shropshire — with a mix of time spent in the office and out on‑site. This blend gives you the chance to see how our network works in the real world, connect with different teams, and gain hands‑on experience that goes beyond the desk.

Why SP Energy Networks?

We’re powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK’s key electricity network operators, we’re upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy.

You’ll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and supports your growth every step of the way.

How to apply

Click Apply Now and submit your application online. Need adjustments or support during the process? Email: [e-mail]

You must have the right to work in the UK by September 2026. Check out our FAQs for more info.

Closing date: 4th January 2026*

*We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible as we reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

We’re committed to inclusion

At SP Energy Networks, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better ideas and stronger teams. Join us in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Utilities