Overview

Engineering Graduate Opportunities - Scotland

Duration - 2 Years

Location - Scotland

Applications close - 4th January 2026

Start Date - 14th September 2026

Salary & Benefits - £35,000 plus £3,000 sign-on bonus + pension + a range of flexible benefits.

Programme Overview

Our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to rotate across different operational sites and teams, giving you hands-on experience in everything from network planning and asset management to fault response and customer service.

Training is primarily office or site-based, but as you progress, you’ll enjoy increasing flexibility and responsibility as you move beyond the programme and into your engineering career.

Throughout your journey, you’ll be supported every step of the way, gaining the practical experience and professional development needed to thrive in the energy sector.

Minimum Criteria

Honours Degree (or equivalent) at a minimum of 2:2 in relevant disciplines.

A full UK driving licence is required for this role. If you are currently unable to obtain one, we’re happy to explore alternative arrangements to support you. Please note that a full UK driving licence must be in place by September 2026.

Distribution Network Engineering

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Mechanical, Power Systems, Civil, or Construction Engineering.

What you’ll be doing – Distribution Network Engineering

• Gain practical, hands-on experience in both field-based and office-based roles, supporting engineering teams in maintaining, upgrading, and responding to faults in critical infrastructure
• Get involved in network planning, asset management, and customer service to understand the full scope of electricity network management
• Contribute to decarbonisation projects and efforts to enhance network resilience
• Rotate through different teams and functions, building a comprehensive view of how we deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to customers
• Collaborate safely in both office and field environments as part of a supportive, innovative team culture that values continuous improvement

Transmission Network Engineering

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Construction Engineering

What you’ll be doing – Transmission Network Engineering

• Rotate through both field-based and office-based roles at various operational sites and locations
• Gain hands-on experience supporting the design, development, operation, and maintenance of high-voltage infrastructure
• Contribute to strategic projects and daily network operations, enabling the transition to net zero
• Build broad expertise by working with different teams on how we design, maintain, and innovate within the electricity network
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure safety, reliability, and innovation
• Be part of a supportive, safety-focused culture that encourages your development and fresh thinking

Design & Development Engineering

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Mechanical, Power Systems, Civil, or Construction Engineering

What you will be doing – Design & Development Engineering

• Gain technical and strategic engineering experience whilst working across offices and sites based on project needs
• Support planning, design, and delivery of network upgrades
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, safety, and improvement
• Use modelling tools to optimise network performance & drive digitalisation in project planning and delivery
• Help deliver safe, efficient, future-ready energy solutions
• Align technical work with strategic goals through stakeholder engagement

Network Planning Engineering

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Mechanical, Power Systems, or Civil Engineering

What you’ll be doing – Network Planning Engineering

• Play a central role in shaping the future of the electricity network through innovative and sustainable solutions
• Develop network designs and analyse system generation and demand data to support long-term planning and ensure infrastructure meets evolving needs
• Use modelling tools and visualisation techniques to inform strategic investment decisions
• Provide insights that support regulatory reporting, key submissions, consultations, and stakeholder engagement
• Collaborate closely with engineering, commercial, and policy teams to deliver impactful outcomes

SCADA Engineering

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, Computer Science

What you’ll be doing – SCADA Engineering

• Work with SCADA systems, RTUs, HMIs, and communication protocols
• Support system design, integration, and commissioning
• Help monitor assets and analyse real-time data
• Contribute to cybersecurity and compliance efforts

Power Systems Analysis & Design

Relevant Degrees: Electrical, Electronic, or Power Systems Engineering

What you’ll be doing – Power Systems Analysis & Design

• Work alongside a team of skilled engineers to drive improvements and upgrades to our network
• Assess network performance and design new infrastructure
• Support customer connections like solar panels
• Use simulation tools to optimise the grid

Civil Engineering

Relevant Degrees: Civil Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, or similar

What you will be doing – Civil Engineering

• Rotate across areas like asset management, design, and construction
• Work on civil surveying, conceptual and detailed design
• Use CAD and BIM tools to create technical drawings
• Support site engineering, policy development, and project delivery

Engineering Project Management

Relevant Degrees: Project Management, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or similar

What you’ll be doing – Engineering Project Management

• Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation across multiple projects
• Assist in tracking project progress, identifying risks, and maintaining documentation
• Collaborate with engineers, commercial teams, suppliers, and local communities
• Monitor progress reports and financial records
• Explore solutions that reduce carbon emissions

What’s in it for you

• Training is primarily office or site-based, with increasing flexibility as you progress beyond the programme
• Support toward IET chartership
• Opportunities to gain network authorisations
• Experience across diverse engineering environments
• A career that supports clean, affordable energy for all

Where you’ll be Working

You’ll be based in one of our operational regions - Scotland - with a mix of time spent in the office and out on-site. This blend gives you the chance to see how our network works in the real world, connect with different teams, and gain hands-on experience that goes beyond the desk

Why SP Energy Networks?

We’re powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK’s key electricity network operators, we’re upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy.

You’ll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and supports your growth every step of the way.

Need adjustments or support during the process? Email: scottishpowergraduates@ambertrack.co.uk

You must have the right to work in the UK by September 2026. Check out our FAQs for more info.

Closing date: 4th January 2026*

*We encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible as we reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

We’re committed to inclusion

At SP Energy Networks, we welcome people of all backgrounds. We believe diverse perspectives lead to better ideas and stronger teams. Join us in building a more inclusive and sustainable future.