Railway Electronics & Communications Engineer (Graduate)

Gradbay Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is offering a two-year Electronic & Communications Engineering Graduate Scheme. This program provides structured training, practical experience, and the chance to work on critical systems in the railway sector. Graduates will rotate through various placements, aiding sustainability efforts in transitioning to Net Zero. Ideal candidates will have an IET-accredited degree, strong analytical skills, and an interest in railway technologies. This role is a stepping stone to professional accreditation (IEng or CEng).

Benefits

Registration with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

Structured placements tailored to your chosen technical areas

Quarterly and annual reviews with your Mentor

Technical training modules covering engineering principles and digital systems

Leadership modules for career development

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work and travel within the UK for the duration of the scheme.
• Clear interest in signalling, telecoms, SCADA, control systems and digital railway technology.
• Ability to build effective relationships and collaborate with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across a range of electronic and communications engineering placements.
• Support major investment projects and modernisation programmes.
• Learn how digital and control systems are designed and maintained.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Confident communication skills

Strong time-management

Logical thinking

Creativity

Adaptability

Education

Minimum 2:2 degree in an IET-accredited Electronic, Electrical, Telecoms, or Communications Engineering discipline

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is offering a two-year Electronic & Communications Engineering Graduate Scheme. This program provides structured training, practical experience, and the chance to work on critical systems in the railway sector. Graduates will rotate through various placements, aiding sustainability efforts in transitioning to Net Zero. Ideal candidates will have an IET-accredited degree, strong analytical skills, and an interest in railway technologies. This role is a stepping stone to professional accreditation (IEng or CEng).