Graduate EC&I Engineer (North West)

Amentum; Lowton Common; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm offers a UK Graduate Programme for aspiring Electrical Engineers to join and contribute to innovative energy and technology solutions starting September 2026. Candidates will receive comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities for career progression. Interested individuals must have an electrical engineering degree by summer 2026 and a passion for the nuclear industry's challenges. Application window closes on January 31, 2026.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working pattern

Free medical cover and digital GP service

Reimbursement for professional development

Inclusive workplace with Employee Networks

Focus on well-being and safety

Qualifications

• Degree completion by summer 2026.
• Permanent right to work in the UK.
• Minimum 2:2 in your first degree.
• Experience in customer-facing roles is beneficial.
• Strong interest in the nuclear industry.

Responsibilities

• Involved in all stages of project lifecycle.
• Working with a team of Electrical, Control & Instrumentation engineers.
• Solving real-world problems through technology.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Organisation & time management

Initiative & curiosity

Digital skills

Customer focus

Flexibility

Education

Undergraduate or master’s degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Are you brimming with ambition and ready to make your mark in the professional world? Look no further! Our UK Graduate Programme is designed to catapult you into a thriving career, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth, learning, and success. Join Amentum in September 2026 and help us create a secure and vibrant future. If you are passionate about solving real‑world problems through ingenuity and technology, join our 400‑strong team of Electrical, Control & Instrumentation engineers. You will be working on projects across our Energy, Environment, Defence and Technology divisions, involved in all stages of the project lifecycle from establishing client requirements, developing concepts, designing, producing drawings, calculations, design documentation, to research, procurement, testing, installation and commissioning. Our work includes nuclear new build, next‑generation nuclear reactor design (both fission and fusion), supporting the UK operational nuclear fleet, nuclear decommissioning and nuclear propulsion.

Why Join Us?

• Exciting Projects – Team with experts across the UK and beyond.
• Comprehensive Training – Structured development covering discipline‑specific skills, professional registration and personal development.
• Mentorship – Guidance from seasoned professionals to help you achieve career goals.
• Career Progression – After the programme you continue to develop experience and capabilities to progress your career and achieve professional registration.
• Supportive Community – Hub‑based model focused on key locations, providing a supportive early‑career community with networking and experiential learning opportunities.

Qualifications & Key Skills

• Undergraduate or master’s degree in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering by summer 2026 (no earlier than summer 2024).
• Permanent right to work in the UK.
• Minimum 2:2 in your first degree.
• Strong communication skills – Engage engineers and non‑technical personnel clearly and confidently.
• Analytical thinking – Work with data, identify risks and solve problems creatively.
• Team collaboration – Work effectively within a team and independently.
• Organisation & time management – Juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Initiative & curiosity – Take ownership, ask questions and seek growth opportunities.
• Digital skills – Apply digital platforms to solve physics problems.
• Customer focus – Experience working with customers, or in retail/hospitality, is beneficial.
• Flexibility – Willingness to engage in new skill areas or travel to client sites.
• Strong interest in the nuclear industry.

Application Process

• Step 1: Successful candidates will be invited to complete an online assessment.
• Step 2: Selected candidates will be invited to a final face‑to‑face interview with our operations teams.
• Step 3: Selected candidates will receive an offer to join the Graduate Programme in September 2026.

We will close the application window for this role on 31 January 2026, but we reserve the right to close the role sooner should we receive the required number of applications.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working pattern supporting work‑life balance.
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Reimbursement towards professional development and memberships.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace with Employee Networks.
• Focus on safety, health and well‑being, supported by a positive mental health champion network.
• Opportunity to bring your whole, authentic self to work.