Graduate Electrical Engineer

Strabag Belgium NV; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction technology firm in the UK is seeking ambitious Graduate Civil Engineers to shape their future. This role involves assisting with electrical systems and provides a comprehensive 15-month graduate programme, including mentoring and professional accreditations. Ideal candidates should have a minimum 2:1 in Civil Engineering and strong teamwork skills.

Benefits

Accreditations from industry-recognised bodies

Mentoring support throughout the graduate programme

Qualifications

• No more than 12 months’ work experience.
• Must possess a positive can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in specification, procurement, implementation, and safe operations of electrical systems.
• Coordinate electrical distribution systems requirements across construction sites.
• Enable compliance with safe systems of work.
• Ensure electrical commissioning and fault-finding on relevant machinery and equipment.
• Maintain all records of inspections and maintenance.
• Support management of subcontractors undertaking electrical works.

Skills

Good communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to learn and take initiative

Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project)

Positive can-do attitude

Education

Minimum 2:1 in Civil Engineering

Job description

As STRABAG UK continues to grow and expand its major project portfolio, we are excited to announce the need for ambitious Graduate Civil Engineers looking for their next step in the world of Civil Engineering. If you would like to help shape the future of STRABAG, please read the below job description.

What matters to us

• Minimum 2:1 in Civil Engineering
• No more than 12 months’ work experience
• Good communication and teamwork skills with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
• Hard working with a positive can-do attitude.

Your contribution to our company

About STRABAG:

• STRABAG SE is a leading European technology group for construction services, renowned for its innovation and financial strength.
• Our services encompass all areas of the construction industry and cover the entire construction value chain.
• We create added value for our clients by taking a holistic approach to buildings throughout their entire life cycle – from conception, planning, and construction, through operation and facility management, to repurposing or deconstruction.

About STRABAG UK:

• STRABAG UK is a division of STRABAG SE, a leading European-based construction technology group with a global footprint, offering world‑leading services in the water, energy, transport, and building sectors.
• Our ongoing major projects include HS2 London Tunnels, the HARP (Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme), the Woodsmith Project, and a range of other industrial and commercial projects – most recently the Radlett Project in St Albans.
• At STRABAG UK, we are committed to involving young engineering talent and giving them opportunities to showcase their skills and innovative thinking across both our current and future projects.

About Graduate Programme:

• The STRABAG UK Graduate Programme has been designed to provide you with powerful development and experience, giving you an incredible start to your career with us.
• It starts with your induction week, held offsite, where together, we focus on communication, teamwork and connection. You will learn more about yourself, your colleagues and the business. You will also be introduced to your mentor who will be there to support you throughout.
• The STRABAG UK Graduate Programme is 15 months in duration and offers industry‑leading development. It is intense but hugely rewarding and on successful completion, you will receive accreditations and qualifications from industry recognised bodies such as:
• The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
• Association for Project Management (APM)
• Institute of Sustainability & Environmental Professionals (ISEP)
• British Tunnelling Society (BTS)
• The Institute of Leadership (IOL)
• You will also begin your journey with professional associations such as The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) and The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

STRABAG’S Recruitment & Selection Process

• Our graduate selection process shall comprise of the following stages:
• Application
• Online assessment
• Shortlisting
• Graduate Assessment Centre

Role Requirements

• Assisting in specification, procurement, implementation and safe operations of all electrical systems required for project delivery
• Coordinate electrical distribution systems requirements across all relevant construction sites.
• Enabling compliance with safe systems of work
• Ensuring electrical commissioning and fault‑finding on relevant machinery and equipment
• Ensuring MSVs electrical commissioning and fault‑finding
• Maintain all records of inspections and maintenance (planned & unplanned)
• Participate & support in implementation of a planned preventative maintenance scheme and oversee the spare parts management, including the correct stock level of electrical consumables, etc.
• Support in the management of specialist subcontractors undertaking electrical works on site
• Support in implementing the electrical operating safety procedures, including safe systems of work, risk assessments & method statements and task briefings associated with electrical distribution

What you stand to gain

1. Screening of applications – careful review and evaluation of submitted documents

2. Decision, whether to invite an applicant to an interview

3. Getting to know the candidate in a virtual or personal setting – the number of interviews may vary depending on the position

4. Welcome to STRABAG SE – clarifying the offer and the final details regarding the candidate’s entry

Nothing beats reaching the end of a project with great results, having met new people and made friends.