Graduate Operational Technology Engineer

Sweco UK Ltd; Birmingham; Híbrido; GBP 28.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible and hybrid working

Competitive pension

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

Professional subscriptions paid

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle2Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit

Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle

Tree planting for new starters

Descripción de la vacante

Sweco UK Ltd is inviting applications for the Autumn 2027 cohort of its Early Careers Graduate Scheme, recruiting Graduate Operational Technology Engineers to join the Water & Asset Management Division in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ICA) within OT teams, offering a two-year blended learning program with virtual and in-person elements.

You will contribute to real-time strategies, asset management, data analysis, and project delivery for

Formación

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.
• Less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Confident using Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools.
• Driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we are looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

Responsabilidades

• Planning and co-ordinating the delivery of projects alongside a Project Manager.
• Defining scope and requirements for projects.
• Data federation, analysis, interpretation and presentation.
• Authoring engineering standards.
• Report production.
• Business process mapping.
• Supporting your team with company digital initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements.

Conocimientos

Degree relevant to role

MS Office

UK work eligibility

Proactive mindset

Problem solving

Educación

Relevant degree

Herramientas

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Let's transform society together

We are Sweco.

We are Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment and regulatory consultancy.

We are future planners, city shapers, urban innovators, digital transformers, net zero chasers, community connectors, social enterprisers and lifestyle improvers.

We are #DifferenceMakers.

And we are now taking applications for the Autumn 2027 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme.

Now recruiting: Graduate Operational Technology Engineers to join our Water & Asset Management Division.

At Sweco UK, our portfolio of Operational Technology (OT) Asset Management services is designed to offer a diverse range of core specialisms – including SCADA consultancy – to enhance the efficiency and resilience of critical systems across multiple sectors and applications.

We know that society depends on our clients to deliver continuous, high-quality services. It’s therefore essential to have effective operational technology (OT) asset management solutions which provide safe and secure monitoring and control of asset inventories and networks. Our services include the development of real-time strategies, and project management of your operational technology portfolios including asset renewal and system implementations.

We focus on Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) and various utilities, including water and energy. Our expertise extends to managing networks, distribution, and transmission, while navigating the regulatory environment and drivers that shape these sectors. We also specialise in the management of remote assets, ensuring security clearance and effective on-shore models to safeguard and optimise operations.

What does the role involve?

This exciting role will involve working on a range of projects in the field of Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ICA). Successful candidates will join our career pathway and will be working within our Operational Technology teams delivering our world class service to our customers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and co-ordinating the delivery of projects alongside a Project Manager.
• Defining scope and requirement for projects.
• Data federation, analysis, interpretation and presentation.
• Authoring engineering standards.
• Report production.
• Business process mapping.
• Supporting your team with company digital initiatives for continuous improvement.
• Close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements.

Who are we looking for?

Our unique, personalised programme is designed for passionate, forward-thinking graduates who want to change the world around them, who will thrive in a dynamic team environment, and who are hungry to collaborate not only with fellow graduates, but also with mentors and leaders across the business.

What do you need to apply?

We want to hear from you if you…

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.
• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Are confident using Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools.
• Are driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we are looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

What’s in it for you?
Our Graduate Scheme offers a two-year blended learning experience, with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face-to-face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2027 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors and subject matter experts from across the business.

Structured masterclasses focus on Internal Insight, Skills Development, and Subject Matter Expertise, helping fast-track your development as you pursue professional accreditation. The programme builds your confidence early in your career and gives you a platform for genuine impact within Sweco.

You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry-standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a great pension and life assurance.

Read what our previous graduates have to say about their experience on the careers section of our website.

Please note, we will hold an assessment centre for this position in January / February 2027.

All applicants will be contacted regardless of the outcome. We provide feedback to all attendees of interviews or assessment centres but are unable to offer personal feedback at the application stage.

Ready to make a difference with us? Apply now, and let's transform society together.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy)
• Competitive pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year)
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• We plant a tree for all new starters!

About Us

Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future.

Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation and make societies more sustainable.

We offer our clients a combination of global expertise and local presence, adapted to their business and reality. Our ambition is to be our clients’ most relevant partner, working together to help them solve their challenges, today and into the future.

Sweco is committed to enabling all its colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning or other interests. We offer flexible start and finish times, part time and hybrid working options so that you can flex your hours around your day to day needs.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

It’s important to us that that all our colleagues thrive at work - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity and diversity for everyone.

Here at Sweco we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.

We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. To find out more The Armed Forces Covenant - Our Commitments | Sweco UK.

We are an accredited Real Living Wage Employer which reflects our commitment to fair pay and support for all colleagues.

We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 that opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If I have a disability, can I get help (e.g. “reasonable adjustments”) with the application process?

If you’re an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, please contact [e-mail] for assistance.

In order to address your request the following information is needed:

• Name

• The best method for contacting you (Phone or email)

• The position title

• Requisition/vacancy number

Upon receipt of this information, we’ll respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Please note: we reserve the right to close vacancies before the advertised closing date.

Sweco UK&I have an internal resourcing team who are responsible for all recruiting activity. We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted agencies who we work with on those “hard to fill” roles.

We have defined processes for recruitment applications and it is company policy not to accept speculative CVs. Any speculative CVs received into the business (whether to a manager or member of the resourcing team) will become the property of Sweco and the agency will not be eligible for an introductory fee.

Our Preferred Supplier List was reviewed in November 2025 and we are not looking to add any additional agencies. We’ll be reviewing the PSL again at the end of 2026 and non-compliance with the above statements could be detrimental to you having the opportunity to be included.

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