Job Description
About the Role If you are looking to kick start a career that is rewarding, where you can really make a difference, then come join our Science and Engineering graduate programme. You will work on one of the most exciting and significant sustainable energy projects that our country has ever seen, being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Sizewell C is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for at least 60 years. The Opportunity Get ready to launch your Engineering career with our customised 16 – month training programme! You will rotate through exciting placements that are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed. You will learn from our experts, gain valuable experience, build your confidence and have the support of a career line manager and placement manager, mentor and buddy throughout your time on the programme. During your programme, you will be supported with a mentor to begin your accreditation journey towards chartership. Our scheme is accredited with a number of professional institutions, and we’ll support you to gain chartership with the relevant professional body: Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) Institute of Physics (IoP) The Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Institute for Environmental Management & Assessment (IEMA) Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IoM) We offer a great work / life balance to support people’s personal lives whilst giving them the opportunity to network and learn. What You Will Be Doing As a Science & Engineering Graduate at Sizewell C, you will gain hands-on experience, develop technical and professional skills, and contribute to meaningful projects that support the UK’s journey to net zero. These may include opportunities within Project Management, Technical Design, Control and Instrumentation, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Human Factors and Civil Engineering, just to name a few examples. Previous graduates have gone on to become: Technical Managers, Senior Leaders and Heads of Function. Examples of some of the activities/responsibilities done across Science & Engineering rotations (but note this isn’t guaranteed, is based on rotations and business needs at the time): Supporting the management of engineering and manufacturing (NSA Consortium & Tier 1 Suppliers) contracts that contribute to the Sizewell C project. Tracking project milestones, schedules, risks, actions and deliverables, helping to ensure commitments are met. Attending supplier, engineering and project review meetings, capturing actions and following up progress with stakeholders. Analysing project performance data and contributing to dashboards and reporting used by senior management. Supporting the coordination of technical documentation, configuration management and governance processes. Working closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and supplier teams to gain exposure to the full project lifecycle. Participating in supplier visits and witnessing key project milestones such as manufacturing readiness reviews, factory acceptance testing and equipment deliveries where applicable. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and helping develop new tools, processes and ways of working. This is a broad-based technical role looking across all technical disciplines within the SZC project. There’s a huge opportunity to learn about each facet of nuclear power station design and development, and to be involved in resolving complex technical issues. The role would suit a self-starting individual who wants to have a wide view of the technical elements of the SZC project. Your Work Location Whilst you will be based at our London office with placements of 3– 6 months, you may also be required to travel to another location for your placements, to support other business units and to expand your knowledge and experience of the Nuclear Industry. Who You Are To be eligible for this Sizewell C graduate programme, you need to have achieved, or be expecting to achieve, a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree (2:2 or higher) in Instrumentation and Control, Electrical, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or Metallurgy. We are looking for people with a genuine interest in nuclear energy, strong communication and organisational skills, and a passion for solving technical problems. You will need to have an ability to meet deadlines in a time critical environment and have collaborative skills and able to work well as part of a team. Pay, Benefits and Culture Alongside a starting salary of £37,500 per annum, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will