Graduate CE&I Engineer
Location: Chester (with some European travel)
Salary/Benefits: up to £45K + excellent package
DATS Engineering is working on behalf of our client to recruit a Graduate CE&I Engineer for their established Graduate Development Programme (GDP). This structured programme is designed to provide well-rounded development for engineering graduates with little or no experience in the nuclear industry, supporting progression towards becoming a fully competent Engineer.
The scheme is accredited with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and satisfies the corporate membership training requirements of both the IET and IMechE. It offers tailored training, professional mentoring, and support towards achieving Chartered Engineer status.
The Programme Includes:
• Two years of structured training across multiple sites to develop knowledge of key functions and processes
• Mentoring and coaching from experienced engineering professionals
• Assistance with chartership accreditation upon completion of the programme
• Opportunities to travel to European sites to achieve specific learning objectives
What You’ll Gain:
• An understanding of all key company functions including Engineering, R&D, Manufacturing, Operations and Safety
• Experience applying engineering knowledge to the design and analysis of complex systems using state-of-the-art modelling tools
• The ability to manage complete work packages, preparing and verifying design deliverables to meet customer requirements
• Hands-on involvement with installation, testing and commissioning activities
About You:
• In your final year of degree study in Electronic or Control Systems Engineering (2:1 or higher expected)
• Motivated to achieve Chartered Engineer status
• Well-organised, ambitious and a strong team player with excellent communication skills
• Flexible and open to future development opportunities abroad
• IT literate across a range of software tools
• Additional languages (French, Dutch or German) would be advantageous
Benefits:
• Competitive salary with company performance bonus
• 25 days’ holiday (rising with service) + bank holidays
• Private healthcare and life assurance (7x salary)
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working: up to 2 days WFH per week (subject to business needs)
• Additional leave schemes including SWAD days and flexi days
• Company sick pay
Candidates must be eligible for DV clearance