Instrumentation Control Automation Graduate

Thames Water; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water company is offering an Industrial Control Automation Engineering Graduate Programme, providing valuable hands-on experience through rotations with industry experts. The role requires a relevant engineering degree and offers a starting salary of £32,000, increasing to £34,000 in the second year. Benefits include hybrid working, generous holiday allowances, and a performance-related pay plan. This is a unique opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to the future of water management in Thames Valley.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Performance-related pay

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Qualifications

• Working towards or achieving a relevant engineering degree.
• Flexibility to travel within the Thames Valley region.
• Self-motivated and adaptable mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative engineering solutions.
• Represent the business at industry events.
• Analyse data and manage projects.
• Conduct asset inspections and condition assessments.
• Support health & safety audits.

Skills

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Automation & Control Engineering

Instrumentation Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Robotics Engineering

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant engineering fields

Job description

Industrial Control Automation Engineering Graduate Programme

Are you ready for a unique engineering opportunity? Our Industrial Control Automation Engineering Graduate Programme at Thames Water is all about setting you up for success, both now and in your future career. You’ll get hands‑on experience through three rotations with world‑class experts and major projects, all while working towards Chartership.

What you’ll be doing

• Design and develop innovative solutions that tackle real‑world challenges.
• Attend and represent the business at industry events, building your professional network and learning from sector leaders.
• Analyse data and manage projects to influence key decisions and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• Carry out asset inspections and condition assessments, gaining valuable hands‑on, on‑site experience.
• Support health & safety audits and environmental management to help create safe and sustainable outcomes.
• Contribute to risk assessments and stakeholder engagement, strengthening your communication and problem‑solving skills.

Across your two‑year journey

• Accelerate your business and personal growth through real‑world development experiences.
• Build essential safety confidence with hands‑on health and safety training.
• Make a difference by getting involved in meaningful charity projects and personalised coaching.
• Expand your network through mentoring and collaboration with fellow graduates.
• Inspire future talent by becoming a STEM ambassador.

What you should bring to the role

• Working towards (or having achieved) a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Automation & Control Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or Robotics Engineering.
• Flexibility to travel across the Thames Valley region.
• A self‑motivated, adaptable mindset confident in stepping into new environments.

What’s in it for you?

• Starting Salary: Year 1 £32,000, Year 2 £34,000.
• Location: Hybrid, Reading, Clearwater Court. Travel across the Thames Valley region as required.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to a range of benefits for your health and wellbeing, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle‑to‑Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Who we are

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. We are committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work and welcome applications from everyone.

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.