Graduate Automation Engineer (2025 intake)

Graduate Automation Engineer (2025 intake)

United Kingdom

(Hybrid)

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Job Description

Join Wood!  It’s a future for all of us.  We aspire to shape a better tomorrow by unlocking solutions that address the biggest challenges facing our clients and our society.
Wood is recruiting for Graduate Engineers to join our Automation Engineering team across our Digital Consulting business based in one of our main UK offices, e.g. Reading, Staines, Aberdeen etc.
As a Wood Graduate you will join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.
The Role
Wood is deeply committed to the development of their people and recognises the importance of growing a talented team of professionals with expertise in Digital Consulting in order to ensure the future success of the organisation and the Energy sectors that we support.
As a Automation Graduate, you will be given on the job training and learn how to assist in the provision of Automation deliverables such as: reading P&ID’s, control panel design, graphics design, DCS / PLC configuration, protocols and Factory Acceptance Testing supporting Wood assignments / project teams and clients.
You will initially work on some of our smaller projects with the support and guidance from a supervisor / mentor and learn how to manage your time and learn a variety of configuration techniques: Ladder Logic, function block design, sequential function charts structured text and machine language. You will also learn the aspects of low voltage electrical design such as fusing, wiring, cable selection panel layouts, heat dissipation etc.
At the end of the graduate scheme, you may want to develop into one specific area, e.g. Distributed Control Systems or Safety Systems.

Responsibilities

Who we are looking for We are looking for high-achieving graduates with a degree in Engineering, and a desire to learn – the ideal candidate should have; an understanding / interest in automation engineering and the different processes involved, e.g. simplifying and making systems safer to use via automation techniques, and enjoy collaborating across multi-discipline teams, enjoy problem solving / trouble-shooting, detailed analysis, willing to embrace new ideas, and most importantly; take on assignments where the approach or solution isn’t known at the outset.Our Clients and ProjectsWithin our Digital Consulting business, we service a varied client base worldwide, including utilities, power generation, nuclear and pharmaceutical companies.  We provide value add services bespoke to the clients’ requirements across advisory services, technical specialists, project management, owners engineering through all the phases of the project lifecycle.  The work that we do for our clients is key to making the energy transition possible. What we offer within our Graduate Programme:Structured development program within our Digital Consulting business Technical and personal development; you will have access to a wealth of technical and personal development resources and opportunitiesSupport throughout your career; you will be assigned a buddy, and departmental manager to ensure your professional developmentRotations across relevant business areas to enhance your knowledge and experience in order to become a well-rounded Automation EngineerMeaningful and interesting projects; delivered to leaders of industry across the Consulting business  Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our businessCompetitive salary with incremental increases as you progress within the graduate programFlexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance, all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyleEarly Careers Network (ECN); join your peers within our ECN and have the opportunity to support and share ideas with other recent graduates across our business unitsGlobal connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our professionApplication Process and deadlinesUpload your CV and enter your details to our recruitment system via the link on the advertClosing date for all applications will be 8-November 2024We will aim to review applications in November / DecemberWe will then be holding screening calls throughout December with those candidates that fit the criteria belowShortlisted candidates will receive invitations to interviews early January 

Qualifications

You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that’s understandable.  However, we would still like to hear from you.  At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all of the talent that is out there.  We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.  So even if you feel you don’t have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges….do apply.Expected:Educated to Bachelors Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and / or industry experience).  As an example you may have a degree in Electrical Engineering or Control SystemsAbility to work in multi-disciplinary team environmentsStrong numerical and analytical skillsEffective organisation and planning skillsGood communication skills both written and oralUses initiative and a proactive approach to problem solvingThe right to work in the UKPrevious experience either voluntary or work placement within an Engineering environment is desirableIf all of this sounds good to you, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood!  #LI-Hybrid or #LI-Remote

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.