Graduate Electrical Engineer (Transmission & Distribution) - Bristol - start June 26 onwards

AECOM; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global infrastructure firm is seeking a graduate in Electrical or Power Engineering for a dynamic role focused on transmission assets. The candidate will engage in diverse projects across Europe, contributing to cutting-edge energy solutions. Responsibilities include conceptual and power network design, analysis, and hands-on site visits. The position promises on-the-job support, a graduate development program, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Graduate Development Programme

Hybrid working options

Volunteering days

Extensive benefits and well-being programs

Qualifications

• Must have completed HV & Power related coursework or module options.
• Experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD 3D is preferred.
• Desirable: Full driving license and willingness to travel.
• Must have permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct conceptual design related to transmission assets.
• Perform Power Network Design and Power System Analysis.
• Select and design substations and cable systems.
• Conduct load and demand forecasting and system stability analysis.

Skills

Electrical/Power Engineering knowledge

AutoCAD

Python or scripting skills

Good numerical skills

Effective communication

Microsoft Office skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

BSc/BEng in Electrical/Power Engineering

MSc/MEng in Electrical/Power Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 3D

DigSILENT

PSCAD

PSS/E

CDE3D

CYMCAP

Job description

Overview

Committed to addressing the complete spectrum of energy challenges, we offer expertise in the following sectors: renewable energy (wind and solar), Battery Energy Storage Systems, hydropower, bioenergy (including energy from waste), energy efficiency and carbon management, thermal power generation, nuclear power and transmission and distribution. The Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineering team provides a range of services from the initial concept through Power Systems Analysis, Cabling, Substations, Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure, System Balancing and Compensation, Protection Systems, SCADA, Communications, Converter Station Design, HVDC Systems and Interconnectors including overseas links. We provide development, design, maintenance and project management for all services and comply with client and other stakeholder's quality, technical, commercial, safety and environmental requirements. Regular site visits to construction sites for substations, cables and overhead lines would be a feature of this role. AECOM is part of the Great Grid Upgrade programme in a Joint Venture with Arup. As a partner within the programme, we are responsible for delivering design, environment and consenting services within the strategic programme of works. An example of the type of projects being delivered through the partnership by AECOM Arup is below. AECOM Arup have been selected as the design, environmental and consenting partner to lead on a complex project that must deliver a significant new overhead line circuit that connects several new and extended substations on the east coast of England. This work will require a multi-discipline team of engineers, environmental consultants and planning & consent consultants to determine the best option for this new overhead line. This will require detailed analysis of various routes considering multiple factors such as terrain, ground conditions, weather conditions etc when looking at the sighting of new overhead line towers. As part of this analysis there may be requirements to provide sections of underground EHV cables where the route crosses sensitive environments such as National Parks or Areas of Outstanding Beauty. There will be new substations along this route that will require siting studies followed by detailed design for the new HV plant solution, protection and control, civil engineering requirements and associated ancillary services. The design will progress to a detailed design which the construction partners will then be responsible for constructing. As the design, environment and consenting partner we will be involved throughout the construction phase to ensure any design development or alterations are undertaken in a timely manner.

What you’ll do

The successful candidate will primarily be working on transmission assets in the Republic of Ireland or the UK, but the team is working on multiple projects in Europe and further afield and some international travel may be required. Regular site visits to construction sites for substations, cables and overhead lines would be a feature of this role. We encourage membership and networking activities in industry bodies such as Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET), IEI, CIGRE. When a graduate starts with AECOM, we pair them with a senior member of the team who will guide and mentor them through their initial period working on live projects and business development proposals. Their initial role be involved in a selection of activities potentially including:

• Conceptual Design
• Power Network Design, Power System Analysis & Studies using DigSILENT, PSCAD, PSS/E etc.
• Load & Demand Forecasting, System Stability Analysis
• Substation Site Selection
• Substation Design
• Ground Resistivity Measurement & Earthing System Design using CDE3D Substation & Switchyard Layout Visualization
• Lightning Protection System Design
• Overhead & Underground Cable System Design
• Interconnector Studies & Design
• Transformer & Switchgear Selection & Installation
• Options Selection & Evaluation
• Value Engineering
• HV Cable studies using CYMCAP

Qualifications and requirements

• BSc/BEng in Electrical/Power Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above
• MSc/MEng in Electrical/Power Engineering would be an advantage
• Must have completed HV & Power related course work or module options
• Experience with AutoCAD and AutoCAD 3D is preferred
• Python or other scripting skills would be an advantage
• Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole
• Ability to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focus
• Good numerical skills
• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing with the confidence to engage with a variety of people (clients, colleagues, stakeholders and sub-contractors alike) and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss technical issues and capture feedback
• Good Microsoft Office skills essential such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint
• Excellent research and report writing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive
• Desirable: Full driving license and willingness to travel on occasion is desirable; You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position

Work with us and benefits

Here’s what you will get from us: On the job support and learning; Graduate Development Programme; hybrid working options; career development opportunities; AECOM University; volunteering days; extensive compensation, benefits and well-being programs to support you and your family. We are a global, equal opportunity employer and we believe in each person\'s potential, and we will help you reach yours. We are the world\'s trusted infrastructure firm and we invite you to join our global team of professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.