Graduate Electrical Engineer - Water - 2026 (Brighton) in Brighton

Energy Jobline ZR; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Brighton is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer for its 2026 Graduate Programme. This role emphasizes sustainable engineering solutions in water and wastewater projects and requires adaptability, perseverance, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period.
• Able to switch between various tasks in dynamic situations.

Responsibilities

• Support technical audits and risk evaluations.
• Collaborate with other technical disciplines.
• Work on exciting water and wastewater projects.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Job description

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Job Description

The Opportunity

With every community, Stantec redefines what's possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role:

We are looking for a Graduate Electrical Engineer to be based in Brighton, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme. Stantec offers a supportive and inclusive environment where you can develop your engineering skills and knowledge, with opportunities for professional accreditation and leadership development, and a clear path for progression on our graduate programme.

You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on the environment through sustainable engineering solutions, working on a variety of exciting water and wastewater projects (storm overflows, flood alleviation, catchment and nature‑based solutions etc) which will give you the exposure needed to broaden your understanding of the industry.

Alongside the MEICA team, you will support with undertaking technical audits, risk evaluations, the electrical/ICA design and liaise with other technical disciplines at feasibility, outline and detailed stages to produce solutions in a timely and cost‑effective manner.

Take a look at our Water business line here: Water (stantec.com), and check out some of our nature‑based solutions initiatives: Nature‑based Solutions – UK (stantec.com)

About you:

• An adapter: you’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer: you stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator: you work effectively with lots of different people, considering other’s perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem‑Solver: you love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long‑term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs: Graduate Application FAQs if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, marital status, or expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.

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