Graduate Electrical Engineer

About Pell Frischmann

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private‑sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client‑focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership;
Pell Frischmann is part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG‑Stiftung. RAG‑Stiftung is a foundation with the long‑term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal‑mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

You will join an experienced team specialising in wastewater and clean water projects, infrastructure and non‑infrastructure. The role is based in our Exeter office and involves working on key water sector projects. You will be part of an expert, multidisciplinary team, gaining training and experience in your chosen specialism. Projects will span conception through to tender and construction, with site visits, design review meetings, contractor and vendor liaison.

As part of a 2‑year Graduate Programme, you will network with other graduates, develop project management and business skills, and build competencies aligned with professional institutions.

• Support implementation of projects to fully meet client requirements, in accordance with relevant standards.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to provide engineering designs that meet client requirements.
• Prepare designs, drawings, calculations and schedules in your discipline.
• Support preparation of scheme evaluations, design statements, tender documents and other required deliverables.
• Develop understanding of relevant standards, Codes of Practice, Health & Safety legislation and current design best practice.
• Understand BIM standards such as BS1192, PAS
  1192 and ISO
  19650.
• Engage, where possible, in client, contractor and third‑party liaison, including review of third‑party design proposals.
• Develop a good understanding of the Business Management System procedures.

To be considered for this role you need a keen interest in a career within Electrical Engineering Design and come from an Electrical Engineering study background.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role due to salary thresholds. Applicants must already have unrestricted right to work in the UK for the full duration of our 2‑to‑3‑year graduate programme, and can’t have a time‑limited right that would expire before July 2029.

We are one of the UK’s most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built environment professionals. We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment where you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact in the communities you serve.

We support your ongoing personal and professional development as your career progresses, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. We are happy to talk about flexible working, including hybrid working, and are committed to promoting the well‑being of all our employees.

You’ll receive a competitive salary and other excellent benefits.