Graduate Electrical Engineer

MWH Treatment Limited; Hattersley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking Graduate Electrical Engineers for their Professional Development Programme in Hattersley. The role involves assisting in electrical system design, collaborating with multi-discipline teams, and contributing to ongoing projects. Applicants should be on track to achieve a Master's in Electrical Engineering, possess strong communication skills, and be self-motivated. The company offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and various benefits including gym memberships and private medical insurance.

Benefits

A competitive starting salary

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Private medical insurance

Gym memberships

Technology salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Qualifications

• Achieved or on track to achieve a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated with a team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and delivery of power distribution systems for water and wastewater treatment.
• Support the development of User Requirement Specification and Functional Design Specifications.
• Work closely with other engineering teams ensuring designs are integrated and coordinated.
• Help coordinate the development of 3D Models and Build Information Modelling.
• Carry out site surveys and technical inspections during construction.
• Produce clear technical reports and design calculations.

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 Hattersley - Greater Manchesterin the CentralFramework working amongst our Electricalspecialists

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 projects by providing assistance in the following:

• Electrical Power System Design & Specification:
  • Assisting in the design and delivery of power distribution systems e.g. power system modelling, low voltage switchboards, and motor control centres, for water and wastewater treatment works.
  • Supporting the specification and selection of key electrical equipment, including transformers, low voltage switchboards, motor control centres, protection devices, and variable speed drives.
• Automation and Control:
  • Supporting the development of User Requirement Specification and Functional Design Specifications to define how the plant's automation systems will operate.
  • Contributing to the design of control systems e.g. programmable logic controllers, SCADA, and Telemetry systems, for plant-wide control and monitoring.
  • Contributing to the design of instrumentation e.g. flow meters, level sensors, and pressure transmitters to monitor and manage process performance.
• Multi-Discipline Collaboration:
  • Working closely with Process, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering teams to ensure the electrical, instrumentation, and control designs are fully integrated and coordinated across the project.
  • Coordinating designs to ensure cost-effectiveness, constructability, and effective commissioning, considering the impact on other disciplines.
• Digital Design & Model Coordination:
  • Actively supporting the development and coordination of 3D Models and Build Information Modelling (BIM) in a multi-disciplinary environment, specifically focusing on positioning and routing of electrical containment, instrumentation, and control panel locations to facilitate clash detection and ensure constructability.
• Site and Commissioning Support:
  • Carrying out site surveys and technical inspections to verify existing conditions or confirm adherence to design standards during construction.
  • Assisting with the Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of equipment and control panels.
  • Supporting the commissioning and start-up phases of new installations, helping to troubleshoot and verify the operational performance of electrical and ICA systems.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  • Producing clear, well-presented technical reports, design calculations, specifications, and drawings e.g. single-line diagrams, and block cable diagrams.
  • Preparing Design Risk Assessments and ensuring all designs fully comply with relevant British Standards, legislation, and Health & Safety requirements.

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.

• IET Accredited Graduate Scheme
• 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
• Ongoing Development and Support after the graduate scheme for progressing to chartership

What's in it for me?

• 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 – Our 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. It's important to us that you are given every opportunity to know you're making the right choice for you and your career.