Graduate Electrical Engineer

MWH Treatment; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive starting salary

6 monthly salary increases

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (+5)

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Gym memberships

Technology salary sacrifice scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Sports and Social club membership

Job summary

MWH Treatment is offering a graduate Electrical Engineering programme in Peterborough as part of the 2027 intake. The scheme provides hands-on experience across major infrastructure projects, guided by experienced professionals, with a strong focus on learning, collaboration and development.

The role emphasizes a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and a rewarding culture within the UK’s water sector. Applicants should have a 2:2 degree or above in Electrical Engineering and be willing to

Qualifications

• 2:2 degree or above in Electrical Engineering
• Project engineering environment experience
• Knowledge of inter-related engineering disciplines
• Willingness to relocate or travel to Peterborough/East Anglia region

Responsibilities

• Graduate Electrical Engineer gaining hands-on experience across major infrastructure projects
• Work with experienced engineering professionals to develop technical knowledge
• Receive support for development and long-term career goals

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Curiosity

Willingness to learn

Education

BEng or MEng/MSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We’re looking for graduates for the 2027 intake, who are curious, collaborative and keen to build a career in Electrical Engineering and who enjoy working with people, solving problems and learning new things.

It’s your career, let’s shape it together!

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!

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.

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.

Responsibilities

As a Graduate Electrical Engineer, you’ll be part of this exciting programme from the start, gaining hands‑on experience of Process Engineering across major infrastructure projects.

You’ll work alongside experienced Engineering professionals building your knowledge, developing your skills and working towards a successful career in Electrical Engineering.

You’ll be supported throughout your development, with opportunities to build your technical knowledge, gain professional experience and work towards your longer‑term career goals.

Why this work matters

The water industry is facing significant challenges, from a changing climate and increasing demand to the need to protect the natural environment.

The projects you’ll work on will play a part in maintaining and improving the infrastructure we rely on every day, while helping to use water responsibility.

It’s an opportunity to develop a career in Electrical Engineering while contributing to work that has a lasting impact on communities, customers and the environment.

If you’re ready to start your career, learn from experienced professionals and build your future in a sector that really matters

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;

• 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
• For roles
• 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

What will I need to be considered?

• A 2:2 degree or above BEng or MEng/MSc in Electrical Engineering
• Solid and strong evidence in a project engineering environment in relevant engineering disciplineDetailed technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of inter-related engineering disciplines
• Work in an open and collaborative way– practice integrated working with all Alliance teams and the client
• Develop effective working relationships
• Apply rigour to key projects and tasks that require accurate and timely delivery and decision making
• The ability to organise your workload and meet deadlines
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn
• An interest in infrastructure, construction or the built environment
• A full UK driving licence, or the ability to travel between project locations where required
• We welcome applications from candidates outside the region who are willing and able to relocate or travel to Peterborough and the East Anglia Region
• Right to Work in the UK
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
• Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.