Graduate Engineering Programme - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS

GE Vernova; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company through an 18-month Graduate Engineering Training Programme designed to kickstart your career in electrical engineering. You will work on impactful projects across various domains, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship from industry experts. This program emphasizes skill development through rotations in Engineering, Field Service, and Project Management, while fostering strong professional relationships. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you. Get ready to contribute to the electrification of tomorrow's energy landscape!

Benefits

Mentorship for professional accreditation

IET paid membership

STEM ambassador and volunteering activities

Buddy programme with existing graduates

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to a career in technology and passion for engineering.
• Demonstrated strong technical aptitude towards problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Participate in 4 rotations in Engineering, Field Service, and Project Management.
• Engage in mentorship and pursue professional accreditation.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Aptitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Power Conversion applies the science and systems of power conversion to help drive the electric transformation of the world's energy infrastructure. Designing and delivering advanced motor, drive and control technologies that evolve today's industrial processes for a cleaner, more productive future, it serves sectors such as energy, marine, industry and all related services.

Oil & Gas: improving operational performance, asset availability, and system optimisation.

Power & Utilities: Stabilising process operations and maximising productivity by managing dynamic voltage support and fast-acting reactive power compensation.

Marine: Connecting the physical and digital worlds, GE helps power, propel, position and predict the marine industry for operational excellence.

Mining: Helping you to extract maximum value from operations - controlling costs and fixing the productivity inefficiencies of the past decade.

Hydro: Improving production and storage flexibility, operating efficiency, and grid compatibility.

Research & Test Systems: Adaptable, robust and dynamic test systems for efficient and reliable equipment operations across the industries.

Manufacturing industries: Full-scope partner for electrification and automation solutions based on efficient, standardised components.

Job Description

Our Graduate Engineering Training Programme is the primary path for university graduates into GE Power Conversion and will provide you with the opportunity to build skills in critical areas of the company and to apply your capabilities to projects with real impact.

During this programme you will be trusted to work on important live projects, create valued work and be fully involved in our operations.

This GETP is 18 months long and has been built to:

1. Provide stimulating challenges and experiences giving you a chance to put your newly acquired skills into practice: You will go through 4 rotations in different areas of Engineering, Field Service and Project Management.
2. Provide an opportunity to learn and grow: Mentorship to pursue a professional accreditation, e-learning, virtual lectures and specialist training are part of the programme.
3. Provide an environment to build strong relationships:
4. IET paid membership
5. STEM ambassador and volunteering activities
6. Buddy programme to pair you with an existing graduate

Your growth and development will be supported by talented colleagues, a committed leadership team and the programme team.

We are looking for eager and hardworking individuals who meet the following requirements:

1. Bachelors or Masters Degree from an accredited university in Electrical Engineering.
2. A strong commitment to a career in technology and a passion for engineering.
3. A demonstrated strong technical aptitude towards problem solving.
4. Unrestricted work authorisation for the UK (no visa sponsorship for this role).

The next programme will start in September 2025.

GE's Power Conversion is at the heart of electrifying tomorrow's energy.

In GE Power Conversion, we recognise the value of having a wide range of perspectives in decision-making; and we foster an environment where everyone feels that they belong, that their contribution matters and they are able to perform to their full potential, no matter their background, identity or circumstances.

We also understand that not everyone has the same expectations about their jobs, careers and work-life balance therefore we are happy to discuss flexibility requirements.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.