Graduate Electrical Engineer

MWH Treatment Limited; Falmer; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for Graduate Electrical Engineers to join their Professional Development Programme in Falmer. This role offers hands-on training in a flexible environment, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth. Candidates are expected to hold a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess good communication skills. A UK driving license is preferred due to site access requirements. The role includes a competitive salary and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Hybrid working flexibility

Private medical insurance

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Achieved or on track to achieve a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Eligible to work in the UK.
• Ability to travel to the office and sites; UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce outline electrical, instrumentation and control design on contracts.
• Assist with design documents which are cost-effective and meet requirements.
• Support delivery of design and assessment in a multi-discipline environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We’re excited to expand our Engineering division with Graduate Electrical Engineers to join our Professional Development Programme for our 2026 intake, based in Falmer in the Southern Framework working amongst our Engineering specialists.

Why Choose MWH?

Its your career, lets shape it together! We pride ourselves on putting people first with an inclusive and rewarding culture where success is recognised. Dedicated to attracting, retaining and enabling the development of our graduates to maximise potential. The graduate programme is tailored to your needs with a flexible and varied learning environment, you’ll feel empowered to make decisions and harness your knowledge and practical skills. The sky’s the limit!

Grow with us! As a growing company within the RSK group, we can offer a multitude of opportunities. MWH Treatment is preparing to play its part as one of the UK’s leading Design and Build Contractors in the Water Industry. In response to the growing demand to improve further the UK water quality in our rivers and bathing waters amongst other challenges, the investment in the water industry is far exceeding any other time. MWH Treatment, as part of the RSK group, specialise in creating and providing practical, sustainable outcomes. Our engineers pioneer and perfect solutions. The variety of work we offer provides a platform for you to develop and master your subject to build a fruitful and purposeful career.

What will you be doing?

Working within the Design team you will be an integral part of the delivery of many projectsby providing assistance in the following:

• Produce outline electrical, instrumentation and control design on contracts
• Assisting with design documents which are cost effective and meet the requirements of the specification
• Supporting the delivery of design and assessment in a multi-discipline environment
• Prepare design risk assessments
• Maintain files and records throughout the duration of contracts.
• Production of clear and well-presented reports, specifications, and other engineering documentation

What is the Graduate Programme?

Our Graduate Programme is shaped to enable you to successfully achieve professional status with the relevant professional institutions, whilst giving you exposure to everything you need to start your career on a successful path.

• A committed and structured three-year Graduate Programme.
• Mentorship dedicated to you to support your career
• A structured training plan.
• UK wide program with opportunities to network with your peers
• An opportunity to rotate in both design and build (hands on site experience)
• Practical, on the job training within your team of industry experts.

What's in it for me?

Along with structured learning and development throughout your graduate scheme and beyond, MWH also offer a variety of benefits, such as:

• A competitive starting salary
• 6 monthly salary increases, rewarding your commitment to your development and training
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
• Some flexibility with hybrid working
• Competitive and flexible contribution pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Gym memberships
• Technology salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Scheme – free mental health support, financial advice
• And many more benefits including Sports and Social club membership

Sounding Good?

What will I need to be considered?

• Have achieved or on track to achieve your Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Have the ability to travel to the office and sites (some of our sites are difficult to access through public transport) Meaning a full UK driving licence would be preferred
• Flexibility – Successful candidates will need to be flexible and willing to spend time in other offices and sites
• Great communication skills (Written and Verbal)
• Self‑motivated – attitude is key, it's your career!
• A team player

What happens next?

Apply – O ur dedicated early careers recruiter will review your application and be in touch.

Timeframe – Within 4 weeks you will hear if you've been successful to the next stage.

Process – You will be invited to complete a video interview, followed by an in person or teams interview with two of our hiring managers, you will be given the opportunity to come and meet the team in office or on site.

Its important to us that you are given every opportunity to know you're making the right choice for you and your career.