Graduate - Electrical, Control & Instrumentation; EC&I Engineer

Job Description

VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026
Graduate Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer

Location
:
Birmingham, UK (Hybrid-working)

Required
:
Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or related technical/engineering discipline)

Final date to receive applications
: 19th June 2026

Salary
: £29000 per annum
Note: the term 'Graduate 2026' refers to our program, not the year you are expected to have graduated.

We will join between July and October 2026 and complete our 1-year fully immersive graduate programme. This structured development journey leads to exciting long-term career opportunities across our global operations.

At the end of the 12-month graduate program, we conduct comprehensive career conversations with each graduate to explore their strengths, interests, and aspirations. This discussion helps determine the most suitable career path within our company. Our commitment to permanent employment reflects our confidence in our graduate program and our dedication to nurturing long-term talent. It also demonstrates our strong track record of graduate retention and career progression within Veolia.

Our Graduate Program is our commitment to developing talented employees through:

• Structured training on both essential and technical skills
• Networking opportunities
• A dedicated support network of a Program Leader, Line Manager, Mentor, Coach, and HR Manager
• Experiential learning, delivered on a monthly basis
• Four times in-person workshops at key locations at our operations across Europe
• A Sustainability Challenge to develop your entrepreneurial skills
• Regular reviews with your support network - and a great chance for feedback

As a Graduate Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer, you will support the delivery of cutting‑edge water treatment solutions across the UK municipal and industrial sectors. Working alongside experienced EC&I engineers, you'll contribute to critical infrastructure projects involving low voltage switch gear, motor control centres, control systems, and process instrumentation. This role offers hands‑on experience with innovative technologies while making a meaningful impact on water sustainability and environmental protection.

Day-to-Day Duties and Learnings:

• Assist in technical procurement of MCCs, cabling, systems integration, and process instrumentation for water treatment projects
• Contribute to engineering documentation including load schedules, instrument schedules, and equipment specifications
• Support development of innovative EC&I design solutions to maintain competitive technical advantage
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and review technical documentation for compliance with VWT and client standards
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for switchboards, MCCs, and PLC/HMI software
• Engage in site-based activities including client meetings, installation supervision, and commissioning assistance
• Provide technical support for tendering processes, including preparation of specifications and drawings

Ideal

Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related technical/engineering discipline (essential)
• Fluent in English
• Other European languages are useful
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or similar platforms
• Willingness to travel
• Can-do attitude with hunger to develop into a qualified EC&I engineer

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.