Control And Instrumentation Engineering Graduate Centrica

Type: Graduate
Region: South East

Job Description

Controls and Instrumentation Engineering Graduate Programme

Life at Centrica

We’re more than an energy company: We are a family of 12 different brands, on a mission to revolutionise how we power the planet. We heat homes, light up careers, and ignite communities.

We’re Energisers. We live and breathe energy. We’re constantly learning, collaborating, and empowering change. On top of your day-to-day role, there are many colleague-led networks and communities that we encourage you to get involved in that are focussed on celebrating individuality and chatting about the things we love. From networks that celebrate LGTBQ+ and disability, to digital communities where we talk all things fitness and gaming! We also strongly encourage volunteering by allowing 2 paid days so that you can give back to your local community.

We are a Flexible-First employer, which means we live and breathe a culture of trust and flexibility at work. We need you to be willing to be on-site regularly as we believe immersing yourself into our social and collaborative culture is vital in making the most of the opportunities we offer and will give you the best possible head start in your career.

If you’re full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and keen to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come join a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

Our 3 years Controls and Instrumentation Engineering Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to rotate each year accelerate your career and support your development into a truly well-rounded engineering professional.

The programme is for 3 years and will be filled with interesting and high-profile assignments. You will get first-hand experience in technical engineering projects, operations, developing technologies, testing units, improving current products, and designing control systems across a variety of energy technologies.

You can look forward to a mix of on-the-job learning, training modules and project work. As you develop, you’ll find the challenges will increase in complexity and responsibility.

Our engineering programme is accredited by the IET (Institution of Engineering & Technology), so you know you’ll be on the right track to become registered as a Chartered Engineer should you choose to, and this typically takes 4-5 years.

You will also complete and develop multiple qualifications and skills while on programme such as:

• Completion of our internal Major Accident Hazards Awareness course

• IOSH managing safely certificate

• AMP project fundamentals certificate

• Root cause analysis certificate

• IDG Leadership & Followership Training

• BS 7671 Wiring Regulations

• Motor Principles

Throughout the programme, you will be provided with an unparalleled level of support with access to buddies, mentors, and experienced line managers, as well as having a ready-made network of graduates across the business to tap into.

We believe those who join the programme will be our future engineering leaders!

We have a few must-haves:

• 1st or 2:1 Master’s degree in a suitable electronics/control and instrumentation (or closely related) engineering discipline, accredited by the relevant engineering institution

• A passionate and creative Engineer who can deliver solutions within tight timeframes and implement them safely and successfully

• Willing to relocate within the UK to help make the most of all the opportunities we offer

• In the office a minimum of 2 days a week

• Have the right to work in the UK

• In possession of a full UK driving licence, as you may be required to travel to remote locations

• Available to start your Graduate Programme on 1st October 2024

Here’s what’s in it for you

Working for the UK’s most trusted energy company has its perks. As part of the Centrica family, you’ll receive our industry-leading core benefits package that gives you so much more than just a salary.

• £36,000 salary plus a £3,000 welcome bonus

• 33 days holiday (plus the chance to buy 5 more)

• Impressive Pension Scheme – we’ll contribute up to 10% of your salary

• If you’re a British Gas Customer, we’ll give you an allowance towards your energy bills

• Healthcare Plan

• GP24 – Virtual GP available 24/7

• My Health Service – holistic wellbeing support

• My Care – Confidential support service available 24/7

• Free Eye Test and glasses if you need them

• Life Assurance – Should the worst happen to you; your loved ones receive a pay-out of 4x your salary

• Income protection

• Huge discounts on our home products such as EV Chargers, kitchen appliance cover, and boilers

• Funded Legal Help

• Travel Insurance

• Cycle To Work Scheme

• Benefits, gym membership, discounted retail vouchers, breakdown cover, many more

You’ll also get to choose from whole host of additional benefits to suit your own lifestyle through our benefits+ platform which includes extras like technology discounts, gym memberships, dining out cards and an electric car scheme.

We’re a People place

We care, we collaborate, and we celebrate. We’re 1 of only 7 employers to be accredited as Carer Confident Ambassadors and consistently hit The Times’ Top 50 Employer list for Gender Equality. Diversity is the fuel to our flame – it’s what sparks our innovation, fosters resilience, and makes us a genuinely great place to work. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We know that every voice matters, and every new perspective makes us more empathetic and reflective of the 10 million customers we serve.

Ready to apply?

If you are passionate about people and truly want to make a difference, then we would love to hear from you. These positions can close early due to high demand so please complete your application as soon as possible to ensure you don’t miss the opportunity.

To find out more about this opportunity and everything else we offer, visit www.centrica.com/careers/emerging-talent. You can also follow us on Instagram @centrica.earlycareers