Graduate Electrical Power Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is hiring a Graduate Electrical - Power in the United Kingdom, based in Glasgow with opportunities across the UK. You will work alongside experienced engineers on power distribution, substations, and renewable energy projects, gaining hands-on design experience and exposure to multi-disciplinary teams.

The role targets a Sept 2027 start and offers a path toward Chartered status, with emphasis on safe design and ISO/CDM compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Working toward Chartered status.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems design including one-line diagrams, cable sizing, earthing and protection schemes.
• Familiar with IEC/IEEE/ANSI standards; AutoCAD, ETAP, DigSILENT or similar is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to start in September 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Engineers with detailed design tasks and drawing production.
• Support design and engineering of high-voltage substations and power delivery projects from concept through detailed design.
• Prepare technical documentation including reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations.
• Collaborate with civil, structural, and protection engineers to integrate solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and client meetings with senior staff.
• Interpret and apply design codes, standards, and client specifications (IEC, IEEE, ANSI).
• Engage in internal learning to develop technical expertise and progress toward chartership.
• Promote safe design practices and compliance with CDM and ISO standards.

Skills

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered status (toward)

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

DigSILENT

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR is hiring a Graduate Electrical - Power in the United Kingdom, based in Glasgow with opportunities across the UK. You will work alongside experienced engineers on power distribution, substations, and renewable energy projects, gaining hands-on design experience and exposure to multi-disciplinary teams.

The role targets a Sept 2027 start and offers a path toward Chartered status, with emphasis on safe design and ISO/CDM compliance.