Graduate Energy Systems Engineer

Vertical Aerospace; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in the UK seeks a Graduate Engineer for their Power and Battery Management Systems team. This role involves developing high-voltage systems for the VX4 aircraft, focusing on sustainable aviation practices. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering or a similar field, along with familiarity with tools like MATLAB and Simulink. This position promises mentorship, real responsibilities, and the chance to impact the future of flight directly.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional holiday days for significant life events

Company performance-based bonus

Company Pension Scheme

Breakfast provided daily

Qualifications

• Understanding of high-voltage systems, charging infrastructure, and energy storage principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills with a focus on safety and reliability.
• Curiosity about emerging HV charging technologies in aerospace.

Responsibilities

• Support understanding of global HV charging technology route maps.
• Investigate and map supplier technical capabilities for high-voltage systems.
• Contribute to the design and development of high-power charging and energy storage systems.
• Assist in defining system architectures and validation activities.
• Collaborate across teams to enhance charging performance and compliance.

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Power Systems

Degree in Mechatronics

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

PSpice

Altium

Job description

Make your mark on the future of flight as a 2026 Vertical Aerospace Graduate hire

At Vertical Aerospace, we are redefining flight for a cleaner, quieter and more connected world.

We are developing the VX4, the UK’s first fully electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. With zero operating emissions and advanced design, the VX4 will transform how people travel — faster, greener and safer.

Founded in 2016, Vertical is now one of the world’s leading eVTOL developers, with a pre-order book including Japan Airlines, American Airlines, and strong industrial partners such as Honeywell and Aciturri.

The Opportunity

As a Graduate Engineer within our Power and Battery Management Systems (Power & BMS) team, you’ll help develop the high-voltage systems that power the VX4 safely, efficiently and reliably. This team is responsible for designing and integrating the energy and charging systems that form the heart of our aircraft’s electrical powertrain.

You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary group working at the forefront of high-voltage architecture, advanced charging technology and energy storage innovation. Whether you’re exploring new charging concepts, analysing system performance, or supporting prototype testing, you’ll see your work contribute directly to a step change in sustainable aerospace technology.

This is more than a first job; it’s an opportunity to join a team of engineers shaping the next era of sustainable aviation. You’ll be surrounded by mentors, immersed in real projects from day one, and challenged to think boldly as we transform electric propulsion from concept to certified reality.

What You’ll Do

From day one, you’ll have meaningful responsibility. You will:

• Support understanding of global HV charging technology route maps and future trends.
• Investigate and map supplier technical capabilities for high-voltage and charging systems.
• Contribute to the design and development of in-house high-power charging and energy storage systems.
• Assist in defining system architectures, interfaces, and validation activities across HV charging and battery domains.
• Collaborate across Power, BMS, and Systems Integration teams to enhance charging performance, efficiency, and compliance.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for graduates who are analytical, motivated, and eager to learn fast. You should have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Understanding of high-voltage systems, charging infrastructure, and energy storage principles.
• Familiarity with tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, PSpice or Altium for simulation or design work.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and collaboration skills with a focus on safety and reliability.
• Curiosity about emerging HV charging technologies in aerospace, automotive, or renewable sectors.

If you don’t meet every requirement, that’s okay – we value potential and a willingness to grow.

Why join Vertical?

You’ll join a supportive, inclusive team working on one of the most exciting challenges in aerospace today. Expect mentoring from experienced engineers, real responsibility and the chance to make an impact from day one.

Every day at Vertical is an opportunity to learn, collaborate and shape the future of sustainable flight.

What happens next

• Apply: Include your CV with a short cover letter at the top inclusive of;
• Why Vertical?
• A project you are proud of (including but not limited to your role, learnings and outcome, max 200 words)
• How and where you have applied engineering principles outside of academiaHow you stay organised within time critical projects (max 200 words)
• First stage: 30 minute video screening interview with a Talent Acquisition Partner.
• Final stage: Onsite group assessment exercise plus and one-to-one technical interview.

The above will take place between November & December, with offers being made to successful candidates before the end of the year. We will keep you updated throughout the process.

What can you expect from us?

We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.

Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.

Our benefits

Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
• 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
• 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
• Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
• Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
• Company performance based bonus - rewarding company and individual performance
• Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee
• Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it
• Breakfast on us, every day

We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.

Disclaimer Statement

We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.