Year in Industry Electrical Engineering

RWE; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real Living Wage salary

Mentoring and development programme

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. in Swindon offers a Year in Industry placement in Electrical Engineering. The role is full-time for 12 months with a hybrid pattern: 3 days on site and the rest from home base.

You will gain practical insight into electrical system design for offshore wind, learn about interfaces between transmission systems, substations and wind generators, and emphasize safety throughout the project lifecycle. Training and site visits are included.

Qualifications

• Ongoing studies in Electrical Engineering.
• Eligibility to complete a year in industry placement as part of the degree programme.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate workloads independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Confidence working in a diverse team environment and engaging with a range of stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to other sites when required, with travel expenses covered.
• Motivation is crucial; your cover letter will tell us why you're a suitable candidate for this opportunity, and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.
• A minimum of five years’ residence in the UK due to the potential requirement for National Security Vetting.

Responsibilities

• Gain practical insight into electrical system design for offshore wind projects.
• Develop understanding of interfaces between transmission systems, onshore/offshore substations, and wind turbine generators.
• Build awareness of safety throughout project design and operation.
• Support a robust through-life electrical system design across development, construction and operation.
• Contribute to main electrical system design, including HVAC and HVDC systems.
• Create electrical system simulation models and analyse system behavior and grid code compliance.
• Visit project sites to gain first-hand insight into development and delivery.
• Take ownership of a defined project with team-agreed scope.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent workload coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Willingness to travel

Motivation

Education

Electrical Engineering

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.

Start date in July 2027, full time, fixed term (12 months)

Hybrid model meaning 3 days per week onsite in Swindon, rest can be home base

From here, you can join us at RWE Offshore Wind for a Year in Industry placement and gain invaluable insight into this truly unique and innovative sector. We're one of the largest developers of offshore wind globally on a journey of significant growth determined by our Growing Green investment strategy as well as commitment to net zero. With 10 operational offshore wind farms across the UK, and multiple development projects in the pipeline, there has never been a more exciting time to become part of our #teamRWE.

No two days in Offshore Wind are the same - you will benefit from a collaborative feedback-oriented culture, the chance to tap into a global community of students and graduates, and endless opportunities for growth. Backed by a welcoming and diverse team environment, we know we can offer you a truly unique experience in our Engineering business function with focus on Electrical Engineering. Curious?

About the role

• Gain practical insight into electrical system design for offshore wind projects.
• Develop an understanding of the interfaces between transmission systems, onshore and offshore substations and wind turbine generators.
• Build awareness of the critical importance of safety throughout project design and operation.
• Work across the project lifecycle from development through construction to operation, supporting a robust through-life electrical system design.
• Contribute to the main electrical system design, including onshore and offshore HVAC and HVDC systems.
• Create electrical system simulation models and analyse system behaviour and grid code compliance.
• Visit project sites to gain first-hand insight into their development and delivery.
• Take ownership of a defined project with a scope agreed by the team.

Job requirements and experience

• Ongoing studies in Electrical Engineering.
• Eligibility to complete a year in industry placement as part of the degree programme.
• Very good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate workloads independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Confidence working in a diverse team environment and engaging with a range of stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to other sites when required, with travel expenses covered.
• Motivation is crucial; your cover letter will tell us why you're a suitable candidate for this opportunity, and how it aligns with your studies & career plans.
• A minimum of five years’ residence in the UK due to the potential requirement for National Security Vetting.

Please refer to the UK Government’s National Security Vetting guidance for further details and eligibility requirements.

Advantageous, but not essential

• Knowledge or experience of electrical power engineering, electrical systems and design, plant or electrical distribution.

Your benefits

• A salary aligned with the Real Living Wage.
• The opportunity to contribute actively to the Growing Green mission.
• Hands-on experience as a core team member working alongside global colleagues.
• Mentoring and a development programme with other interns across the business.
• Meaningful involvement in key projects from day one, supporting the development of marketable skills.
• An environment built on trust and respect where fresh perspectives and new ideas are welcomed.
• Comprehensive professional training, including a Global Wind Organisation certificate, Wind Turbine Safety Rules training and in-house technical training.

This position is aimed at those currently studying who are eligible for a Year in Industry Placement. For those who will be graduating Summer 2027 we encourage you to apply for our graduate programme which will be advertised in January 2027.

An offer of employment in this role may require holding active or ability to pass National Security vetting to SC level. Failure to obtain and or maintain National Security Vetting to SC may result in the removal of job offers and or existing employment.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, Japan and Korea. We have already 18 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long-term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to the energy world of tomorrow.

Want to learn more about working for RWE Offshore? Join Our Journey Offshore by watching the miniseries including 6 episodes, 5 ambassadors and one exciting trip Offshore.