Engineering Graduate Programme

SSE PLC; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible First options

Job summary

SSE plc offers an Engineering Graduate Programme delivering real responsibility from the start. You’ll work across potentially multiple locations, applying your university learning to meaningful projects and gaining hands-on experience in design, analysis, planning, asset management, construction and commissioning.

Depending on your placement, you’ll be involved in office, site and field‑based activities, with mentoring and a structured development plan to build technical, professional and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 honours degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Willingness to learn across multiple disciplines.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Gaining experience across a broad range of engineering activities.
• Contribute to design, analysis, planning, asset management and construction activities.
• Work with experienced engineers and mentors on live projects.
• Develop technical, professional and commercial skills through structured learning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Curiosity

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Strong communication

Education

2:2 honours degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Start Date: Commencing September 2027

Base Location: Aberdeen, Aldbrough/Atwick, Dundee, Glasgow, Inverness, Medway, Oban, Perth, Portsmouth and Reading.

Salary: £35,000 per annum + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Full Time | Flexible First options available

Build your future through engineering

Engineering is about solving problems, improving how things work and turning ideas into real-world outcomes.

Our Engineering Graduate Programme gives you the opportunity to apply what you've learned at university to meaningful projects, gain hands‑on experience and develop the skills, knowledge and confidence needed for a successful engineering career. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to live work and gain insight into the challenges, opportunities and innovations shaping the industries and infrastructure that support everyday life.

About the Programme

As an Engineering Graduate, you'll gain experience across a broad range of engineering activities, helping to develop, deliver, operate and maintain important infrastructure and assets.

Depending on your location, discipline and placement, you could be involved in engineering design, technical analysis, project planning, asset management, construction, commissioning, maintenance, operational support or continuous improvement activities. Some opportunities are primarily office based, while others provide regular exposure to operational environments, project sites and field‑based engineering activities. Many roles offer a blend of both, giving you valuable insight into how engineering concepts move from design and planning through to delivery and operation.

You'll work alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists, contribute to live projects and gain first‑hand experience of how engineering supports the successful delivery of major projects and operational activities.

Throughout the programme, you'll benefit from:

• Meaningful work and real responsibility from the start.
• Exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines, projects, technologies and working environments.
• A mix of office, site and operational experience, depending on your role and placement.
• Support from experienced engineers, mentors and a wider graduate community.
• Structured learning and development designed to build your technical, professional and commercial skills.

What We’re Looking For

You'll have, or be expected to achieve, a minimum 2:2 honours degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Built Environment, Control & Instrumentation, Data & Digital, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Power Engineering, Marine Engineering, Logistics, or Mechanical Engineering.

We're looking for graduates who:

• Are excited by the opportunity to apply their engineering knowledge to real projects and practical challenges.
• Enjoy analysing problems, exploring solutions and thinking critically about how things can be improved.
• Build positive relationships and collaborate effectively with people from different teams, disciplines and backgrounds.
• Are curious, adaptable and motivated to learn, develop and take on new experiences.
• Take pride in doing the right thing, maintaining high standards and putting safety and quality at the heart of what they do.

You don't need to know everything on day one. What matters most is your willingness to learn, contribute and make the most of the opportunities the programme provides.

About SSE

We're helping shape the future of electricity.

A role with SSE is an opportunity to build a rewarding career and help deliver the clean power and electricity infrastructure needed across the UK and Ireland.

We're investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030, including major renewable power projects and the networks needed to connect them. From powering homes and businesses to supporting the electrification of transport, our projects are helping shape the future electricity system

We're accredited by the Living Wage Foundation and hold the Fair Tax Mark. We offer diverse career opportunities across the UK and Ireland, agile working and excellent benefits.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on gym memberships, discounted retail vouchers, high street shops, private healthcare, Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 1 November 2026.

We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

SSE welcomes applications from all nationalities. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. Sponsorship may be available for some roles, subject to UKVI requirements and approval; however, not all graduate roles are eligible for sponsorship.