Job Description

Student Electrical Engineer - Higher Apprenticeship

Location:

Corby-based, with travel to sites across the UK

Start Date:

August/September 2025

Sector:

Engineering / Electrical Design / Building Services

About the Opportunity

Join us as a Student Electrical Engineer and play a hands-on role in designing, developing, and delivering electrical systems for some of the UK's most exciting large-scale projects -- with individual electrical values of up to 12 million.

You'll work alongside professionals across multiple departments, gaining vital experience and practical skills while continuing your education on a day-release basis. This is a brilliant opportunity to start your engineering career with real impact and long-term development potential.

What You'll Be Doing

Working on large-scale, high-value projects across commercial and industrial sectors

Splitting time between our Corby office and sites across the UK

Assisting with electrical design work, technical drawings, and system layouts

Defining each aspect of a project and selecting the best execution methods

Estimating activity durations, resource requirements, and developing detailed project schedules

Defining work tasks and interdisciplinary relationships needed to deliver projects successfully

Liaising with external contractors and suppliers to coordinate development phases

Supporting the project lifecycle from concept through to completion

Training & Development

We're committed to supporting your continued education. You'll attend college on a day-release basis to achieve:

ONC (2 years) HNC (2 years)
You'll also benefit from:

Structured development with technical and practical training Multiple placements across different disciplines in our business One-on-one mentoring from experienced engineers and project managers Exposure to real-world challenges that help you grow personally and professionally
With such a wide range of departments and career paths available, the long-term career opportunities are endless.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for motivated individuals who are eager to build a career in electrical engineering and contribute to delivering high-impact projects.

Eligibility Criteria:

A minimum of 5 GCSEs (Grades 4-9 / A-C) including: At least a Grade 5 (B) in Maths and English Must be eligible to work in the UK Enthusiasm for engineering and a willingness to learn Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills Interest in electrical systems, project planning, and working with a team

Why Join Us?

Real responsibility from day one

Long-term development & career progression

A chance to work on projects that make a difference

A supportive team that invests in your future

Apply now by sending your CV and cover letter to emm@ebmelec.com

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 15,704.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Private medical insurance Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Corby NN18 9NF

Reference ID: Student Electrical Engineer
Expected start date: 25/08/2025