Graduate Electrical Engineer – Hybrid Growth & Impact

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking motivated Graduate Electrical Engineers to join our Transmission & Distribution team in Manchester. You will work on HV substations, transmission networks, and cable systems, gaining hands-on experience across design, analysis, and site activities.

The two-year GDP provides mentoring, rotations across disciplines, and a clear pathway toward professional accreditation (CEng), with support for your ongoing development and Chartered Engineer status.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree (MEng) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent accredited engineering degree.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, design, and delivery of transmission and distribution projects.
• Support engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
• Participate in multidisciplinary engineering teams and coordinate with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, and technical workshops.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant standards, regulations, and company procedures.
• Support project delivery activities including cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Attend site visits, inspections, and commissioning activities as required.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Systems

Numerical Skills

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jacobs is seeking motivated Graduate Electrical Engineers to join our Transmission & Distribution team in Manchester. You will work on HV substations, transmission networks, and cable systems, gaining hands-on experience across design, analysis, and site activities.

The two-year GDP provides mentoring, rotations across disciplines, and a clear pathway toward professional accreditation (CEng), with support for your ongoing development and Chartered Engineer status.