Graduate Electrical Engineer

Location

Bradford | United Kingdom

Job description

Graduate Electrical Engineer

Company: Aqua Consultants

Location: Hybrid working with commute to Leeds and Bradford based offices

Salary: £27,000 

Start Date: February 2024

Process: Telephone Interview, Video Interview, Assessment Centre in January

Aqua Consultants are seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join their team as a Graduate Electrical Engineer. You will be contributing to diverse projects from conceptualisation to detailed design. As a key team member, you will actively support senior professionals in the successful delivery of crucial frameworks and projects. Your role will involve daily engagement with clients, contractors, and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and the provision of optimal solutions. This is an exciting chance for a Graduate Electrical Engineer to make a meaningful impact. Aqua Consultants is also part of the Adler and Allan Group, allowing them to utilise and share capability amongst over 1000 employees within the UK.

Who is the Company? 

Embark on a career journey with Aqua Consultants, a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing a wide range of Strategic Advisory, Asset Management, Engineering and Commercial services including delivery of Customer Programmes, to their client across the water, energy, and environment sectors, across the UK. At Aqua Consultants, they thrive on the solid foundation of diversity; a blend of skills, cultures, personalities, perspectives, and experiences that unifies their team. This diversity fuels their ability to deliver holistic and innovative solutions to address their clients’ most pressing needs. Aqua Consultants is characterised by a set of values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that foster a family-like environment. The ‘Aqua Family’ culture transcends the ordinary workplace dynamics. It’s a close-knit community where values such as growth, accountability, integrity, innovation, empathy, and fun are incorporated by every member of their ambitious team. 

As a graduate, you’ll find mentorship, support, and opportunities for personal and professional development within this vibrant and nurturing environment. Join Aqua Consultant’s ambitious team as they collectively embody their vision of growth through shared capability and pursue their mission of growing sustainable value for future generations. The company believes in creating an environment that encourages personal and professional growth while making a positive impact on the world around you. If you’re ready to contribute to a team that values diversity, innovation, and sustainability, Aqua Consultants welcomes you to be a part of their journey.

Aqua’s Values – Growth, Accountability, Integrity Innovation, Empathy and Fun 

Aqua’s Vision – Growth through Shared Capability 

Aqua’s Mission – Growing sustainable value for future generations. 

Aqua is dedicated to assisting clients in various ways, including:

• Building justified and efficient (regulatory) business plans.
• Developing and implementing asset management plans and strategies.
• Progressing on the journey of asset management maturity.
• Improving and optimizing the use of asset data to deliver effective business solutions.
• Developing long-term adaptive strategies.
• Building bespoke investment delivery processes.
• Optimising existing decision-making processes.
• Ensuring appropriate governance and assurance structures are in place. 

What is the role?

Aqua Consultant’s in-house engineering team, consisting of over 50 professionals spanning various engineering disciplines, boasts a proven track record of achieving results throughout the asset lifecycle. From asset planning to initial and final investment decisions, design and build delivery, and operational support, this dedicated team excels in service delivery. Guided by a robust risk and value design process and a commercial engineering ethos, they ensure that multi-capital outcomes are not only defined but also realized at every phase of the lifecycle. Presently, they are actively engaged in providing engineering services to numerous UK water companies, tier 1 design consultants, and design & build contractors. This role provides a unique opportunity to actively engage with clients, contractors, and third-party stakeholders daily. Your responsibilities will involve fostering effective communication channels and delivering optimal solutions and recommendations to meet the specific needs of Aqua consultancy’s clients. This dynamic position offers a fulfilling environment where you can contribute your expertise to make a meaningful impact in the industry.

Key accountabilities include but are not limited to:

• The design and documentation of mechanical components of the projects, including but not limited to, utility networks, buildings, infrastructure and water/wastewater treatment facilities.
• Provide design and construction documentation as required by the project, including conducting site surveys and inspections.
• Carry out client liaison and coordination, including reporting of progress.
• Participating in design activities and reviews at various stages from feasibility, outline to detailed design.
• Project management of the tasks and deliverables required as part of the design packages.
• Specifying and reviews of mechanical products, equipment and process elements as required.

• Assist project managers and site staff in evaluating 3rd party designs and installation methods.
• Development and promotion of environmental best practice.
• Attendance at stakeholder meetings and site visits.
• Attend design workshops.
• Desire and ability to work independently when needed. 

Who is best suited to this role? 

Aqua consultants are seeking a driven, hardworking and motivated individual to join their team as a Graduate Electrical Engineer. The ideal candidate is not only passionate about Electrical Engineering but also possesses a strong work ethic and a proactive mindset. They value individuals who are eager to learn, collaborate, and contribute to the success of their projects. As a graduate Electrical Engineer, you should be prepared to engage in a dynamic and challenging work environment, where your dedication and enthusiasm for the field will be nurtured and valued. This role is well-suited for someone who is seeking to kickstart their career in Electrical Engineering, eager to take on responsibilities, and excited about making a positive impact in the industry. 

Key Requirements include: 

• A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (2.2 or above). 
• Committed to becoming Chartered via IET. 
• Resilience and adaptability as well as being comfortable working in changing environments. 
• Proficiency with Excel, Automated Design, GIS and Coding are beneficial. 
• A genuine passion and a drive to forge a career within this industry.  
• Resilience and adaptability as well as being comfortable working in changing environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse problems and develop innovative and practical solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute positively to project goals.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Ability to travel. This role operates as a hybrid working model and can be based at any of Aqua Consultant’s offices combined with working from client locations and home. You will be required to travel to different client offices 2 days a week with location specified as required (including Leeds and Bradford).

Why should you apply? 

At Aqua consultants you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package.  The comprehensive set of benefits are designed to enhance your overall well-being, ensuring that your dedication and contributions are duly recognized and rewarded. This is also a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow in your career. Aqua consultants are committed to nurturing talent and fostering professional development. Your journey will include ample opportunities for learning and growth in your career. 

Benefits also include: 

• 24 days annual leave + Bank holidays + Option to purchase additional leave.
• Pension scheme (6% employer, 4% employee).
• Company mobile phone and laptop provided.
• Training and career progression opportunities.
• Professional Membership fees paid.
• Life Assurance Scheme which is 4 x annual salary.
• Electric Car Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support).
• Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses).
• Refer a friend scheme.

Please note: Aqua Consultants are unable to sponsor Visas.

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£27k per annum