FG - Graduate Project Engineer - Operations T&E

NG Bailey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is offering a 2-year Graduate Electrical Project Engineer position in London. This program provides diverse experiences and mentorship supporting your career development. You'll engage in project engineering, conduct system studies, and collaborate on major engineering projects. Essential qualifications include a Degree in Electrical Engineering (2.2 or above) and proficiency in design software. Applicants must have permanent work rights in the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 2.2 classification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and design software.
• Eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects meet specifications and safety requirements.
• Work alongside senior engineers on large projects.
• Perform system studies for compliance.
• Conduct Earthing Design and Soil test surveys.
• Produce technical reports.
• Support project delivery within time and budget.
• Engage with clients and suppliers on technical issues.
• Attend meetings and undertake site visits.

Skills

Project engineering

System studies

Technical report writing

Technical design work

Software proficiency: AutoCAD, CYMCAP, DigSilent Power Factory, PLS CAD

Education

2.2 or above Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CYMCAP

DigSilent Power Factory

PLS CAD

Job description

As a company, our track record in supporting early careers is exceptional, and our Graduate scheme represents a fantastic opportunity for you to unlock your full potential.

Our comprehensive two-year development program is designed to provide a diverse range of job experiences, on-the-job learning, and a personalised learning journey supported by your mentor, coach, and line manager. Within our business, you'll not only find the chance to advance and expand your career but also to cultivate a professional network with some of the industry's finest individuals. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the business through a project in your first six months, participate in volunteering events, and contribute to a social value project.

The scheme encompasses a well-structured array of activities, development modules, work-based projects, and rotational placements across key business areas. These elements are strategically crafted to challenge and inspire participants, propelling them toward realizing their full potential.

Graduate Electrical Project Engineer

Location: London

Closing date: 19th January 2026 Assessment centre: w/c 16th February 2026 Leeds

Join our 2 year Graduate development programme.

We are looking for a graduate who wants to be a future leader.

• You will be responsible for effective project engineering, ensuring that projects or activities within the area of control are engineered to specification and delivered safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction.
• You will work in a project team undertaking work for large engineering projects. with senior and experienced professionals to grow your project management experience and knowledge of our business.
• Some of the main activities you will be involved in

• Performing system studies to meet client's and G99/Distribution Code/Grid Code requirements.
• Conducting the Earthing Design and Soil test surveys
• Producing simple and conclusive technical reports
• Conducting detailed design work for PV/Wind farm connections and distribution substations up to 132kV Voltage level.
• Cable sizing and route design
• Supporting senior engineers in the delivery of their projects, ensuring that work is delivered within time and budget and to the customer's expectations.
• Supporting operational staff and answering technical queries
• Consulting with internal and external clients and suppliers to answer technical queries.
• Conducting the roles and responsibilities within the company's SHEQ requirements
• Attend internal and client meetings, and undertake site visits, as necessary.
• You will use specific software such as AutoCAD, CYMCAP, DigSilent Power Factory, PLS CAD, etc. to conduct your role in accordance with your discipline.

Essential Criteria

2.2 or above Degree in Electrical Engineering

IT Literate - Microsoft office products and Design/Drawing software

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship under either the Dependent or Skilled Worker visa routes. Therefore, applicants must have the automatic right to work in the UK indefinitely, without the need for future sponsorship. We encourage all applicants to review their eligibility before applying to ensure alignment with these requirements.