Civil Engineering Graduate

Job Description

Civil Engineering GraduateCambuslang, Glasgow and Prenton£28,400Our BusinessScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and world leader in wind energy. Our focus is on wind energy, smart grids and driving the change to a cleaner, electric future. Were proud to say we produce100% green electricity and are well on our way to our ultimate journey to Net Zero.Were investing over £1.4 billion in the UK - every year - for the next 5 years. Working on cutting edge innovation projects, were creating a smarter, cleaner and more efficient network, as well as building and maintaining windfarms, as we work towardsNet Zero. And, with contributions of £40m to charitable causes during the last 5 years were investing in our communities as well to create a better future, quicker, for everyone.SP Energy NetworksOur energy landscape is going through a time of profound change. A challenge touching every part of our society, we need to eradicate carbon emissions to halt the effects of climate change. We need to change how we live our lives and replace the use of fossilfuels for transport and heat.Electricity will be at the heart of the solution, through electric vehicles and heat pumps. And with more renewables generation and other technologies connected to the electricity grid than ever before, its our role to make sure we create a more efficient,cleaner, greener network to accommodate this increase in demand.Within SP Energy Networks, we are focusing on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. With distribution networks designed for predictable, stable demand, its vital we upgrade our network to create the flexibility requiredto cope with the extensive changes to electricity demand, generation, and consumer behaviour. Through technology and innovation, we will enable a consumer-led revolution in the use and operation of our system. It will undergo the biggest changes to its designand operation for over half a century; and you can be part of it.Why choose SP Energy NetworksTheres never been a more exciting time to join us, and we need great people like you to help us succeed on our journey to Net Zero! During your time on the graduate programme, youll face new challenges and experience a diverse range of opportunities. Youmight be working in different areas of the business or focusing on your chosen specialism. Either way, youll be creating a network of colleagues and fellow graduates thatll support your growth and development throughout your career. Your programme is tailoredto you and your personal development and will include a combination of behavioural and technical modules and placements. Our programme is designed to bring out the best in you, helping you find the career path thats right for you.As a graduate trainee and part of ScottishPower, youll have a range of benefits as well as a varied and interesting career path, including:

• Starting salary of £28,400
• A generous pension scheme where well double match your contributions up to 10%

• A broad range of flexible benefits including share incentive plans, employee discounts, charity matched funding and many, many more

Our Civil Engineering teams are responsible for the maintenance, refurbishment, and reinforcement of our existing network, as well as delivering new connections enabling renewables generation. And over the next five years, were investing over £1.3bn incleaner and smarter technology to help us achieve our Net Zero ambition. So, theres a range of exciting opportunities for our 2022 graduates to get involved in.The new £62 million 400kV substation at Branxton, East Lothian is just one of many dynamic projects on our grid. This project will enable connection of 2,300MW of offshore wind power and the East Coast subsea cable link to our network. With over 4,300kmof circuits and 156 transmission substations in our licenced areas, were investing significantly in modernisation and reinforcement programmes to protect supply for our customers, communities, and stakeholders. This is a great opportunity to learn about multiplefacets of civil engineering at various stages of the project life cycle to make you the best Civil Engineer you can be. Were at the forefront of innovation, using cutting edge technology, the latest materials and modern plant; and wed love for you to joinus at the sharp end.We want to hear from you NOW if you have, or expect to achieve, an Honours Degree (or equivalent) at a minimum of 2:2 inCivil Engineering.