Supportability Engineering

Babcock International; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Babcock International is launching a two-year Supportability Engineering graduate programme based in Bristol. You will rotate through teams, gaining hands-on experience across the product lifecycle, from design to maintenance and disposal.

The scheme includes structured mentorship and training, with opportunities to advance toward Chartered Engineer status as part of a formal career progression within our Engineering Function.

Qualifications

• BEng or MEng in Engineering is required.
• Security clearances BPSS, SC and NNPI may be required.
• UK nationality/residency restrictions apply.

Responsibilities

• Experience the breadth of our work through rotational placements in Supportability Engineering.
• Placements typically last four to six months and are based in Bristol.
• Some placements may occur at other locations such as Plymouth.
• Receive structured support, training and mentorship from day one.
• Graduate Development Programme includes masterclasses on communication, branding, resilience and wellbeing.
• Guidance to achieve Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with fees covered.
• Post-programme progression into a permanent role within Engineering and a clear career pathway.

Education

BEng or MEng in any Engineering discipline

Job description

*Your starting salary will be at least £35,000, with the final amount based on your role, location, and qualifications.

Location

Bristol

Oct 20, 2026

Sep 1, 2027

Start dates will be staggered from 1st September 2027. We’ll confirm your exact start date during onboarding.

What will you do on the programme?

Supportability Engineering ensures complex and critical assets remain safe, reliable, and ready for whatever comes next. On this graduate programme, you’ll gain experience across the full product lifecycle – from early design through ongoing maintenance to responsible disposal.

You’ll build a strong foundation across key areas of Supportability Engineering, including developing and managing technical documentation, mastering material management, and delivering Logistics Support Analysis. You’ll also contribute to maintenance planning, develop preventive maintenance tasks, and use data and supportability metrics to drive smarter, more efficient system performance.

Working at the intersection of engineering and logistics, you’ll apply your skills to systems that directly impact the performance and availability of some of the UK’s most critical defence platforms. You’ll be involved in projects that support operational readiness and system effectiveness, gaining insight into the challenges of sustaining complex engineering assets.

Whether your interests lie in technical analysis, digital systems, or broader lifecycle strategy, this programme offers the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow, preparing you for a rewarding career in Supportability Engineering.

How is the programme structured?

Over two years, you’ll experience the breadth of our work through a series of rotational placements across our Supportability Engineering teams. These placements are designed to give you exposure to different aspects of the discipline, helping you develop a well-rounded understanding of how we support complex systems throughout their lifecycle.

Each placement typically lasts between four and six months and will be based in Bristol. There may also be opportunities to complete placements at other locations, such as Devonport Royal Dockyard in Plymouth.

How do we develop and support you?

From day one, you’ll receive structured support, personalised training, and dedicated mentorship to help you excel throughout your programme and beyond.

You’ll join our Graduate Development Programme, featuring expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.

To support your journey toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, we offer full guidance and cover all associated fees.

What’s waiting for you after the programme?

Upon completing the programme, you’ll transition into a permanent role within our Engineering Function. But your journey doesn’t stop there – you’ll receive ongoing support to develop into a professionally registered Senior Engineer, ready to take on greater responsibilities.

As a global organisation, Babcock provides countless opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career. To support your growth, we’ve introduced the Babcock Role Framework, which outlines roles, career pathways, and development opportunities. With every job mapped to these frameworks, you’ll have a transparent view of the steps needed to reach Senior Engineer and beyond.

We want you to feel supported, valued and excited about what’s ahead. That’s why we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your development, your wellbeing and your life outside of work too.

• You’ll need to have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a BEng or MEng in any Engineering discipline.
• Many of our programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be able to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPI) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) .
• Under applicablenationalsecurity legislation, this post may only be occupied by asole UKnational. This legal requirement is independent of our recruitment policies, and all eligible applicants will be assessed fairly and without discrimination.

Where will you be based?

Places on our Supportability Engineering programme for September 2027 are available in our Nuclear sector in Bristol

While you’ll join a specific business area and location, placements at different sites across the UK are possible. Agile working is supported, but you’ll be expected to work on-site multiple times a week. We encourage flexibility and openness to relocation throughout the programme and will consider your personal circumstances when arranging placements.