GraduateElectrical Engineer
Drax Power Station
Selby, NorthYorkshire
Onsite
Year 1£30,250 - Year 2 £33,000 + bonus & benefits
Closingdate: Monday 31st March 2025
Who we are
We're not just talking about making a difference, we're making it happen.We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in anuncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become theglobal leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You'll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and businesschampions. We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, andworking hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About therole
You'll join Drax on a 2-year graduate scheme starting September 2025. Duringthe graduate scheme, you'll have the opportunity to complete rotations acrossEngineering functions on site. You'll get to experience life on an operatingpower station, understanding the technical, safety, operational &engineering challenges associated with providing power to the nation! And atthe end of it, you'll have a permanent role within the Electrical Engineeringteam.
We'll provide you with opportunities to train, grow, develop and progress in adirection that suits your own skillset and interests. There'll be a tailoredtraining path, enabling you to progress towards your goals and professionalregistration.
Some of the activities you'll have opportunity to be involved with include:
Working on & leading the delivery major technical projects and schemesthroughout all phases of the project lifecycle, from initial feasibility toconstruction and commissioning
Preparation and execution of detailed electrical engineering designs andcalculations
Producing business cases, technical specifications, drawings and schedules
Working closely and collaboratively with maintenance and operations teams
Preparation of technical documents and reports
Risk and Asset management
It's a Monday-Friday role, though at times there may be a requirement to workout of hours to support outage or breakdown activities. We can offer youflexibility in terms of owing you time back on these occasions. After all, weunderstand the need for a work/life balance.
Who we're looking for
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, committed and interested inpursuing an exciting and rewarding career in electrical engineering, within thepower generation industry.
You'll need to have or be due to complete a degree or higher in ElectricalEngineering.
You'll possess excellent problem-solving skills, have an ability tocommunicate, plan and prioritise effectively; and have a keen focus on qualityand detail in everything you do.
Experience in using power system analysis software such as DIgSilent orequivalent would be an advantage.
Rewards andbenefits
As you help us to shape the future, we've shaped our rewards and benefits tohelp you thrive and support your lifestyle:
- £30,250 salary in Year 1, £33,000salary in Year 2
- 5% on-target discretionary group performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Single cover private medical insurance
- Pension scheme
We're committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we allface. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your careerdrive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what's rightfor the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generationsto come.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we're committed to fostering an environment where everyone feelsvalued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, weactively work to better represent the communities we operate in, fosterinclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build thetrust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives andtalents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.
Applicationprocess
We pride ourselves on creating a great experience for anyone who applies tojoin Drax, so you can expect clear and timely communication throughout theprocess.
Once you hit Apply , you'll be taken through our application questions. Addinga CV is optional.
We'll review your application with interest and be in touch if we have anyquestions.
If your application is progressed, the next step in our recruitment processwill be to complete an online verbal and numerical reasoning assessment. Weappreciate they're not everyone's cup of tea, but it will help us to determinewhether you'll be able to deliver in our graduate apprenticeship role.
This will be followed by an interview with our Hiring Managers, covering aselection of technical, competency and behavioural questions.
If you'd like more information, please email careers@.