Engineering Systems Trainee / Graduate
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Position Overview & Specifications
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Didcot
Industry: STEM
Reference: GPHC5323_1678029125
Contact Name: Graeme Passau
Contact Email:
Job Published: 05 March 2023
Job Description
Engineering Systems Trainee / Graduate
This role would perfectly suit an engineering/electronics college or university graduate, looking for their first or second role in the engineering/manufacturing industry.
The organisation is focused on growing a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone, every day and is a market leader in specialist safety, health, and environmental technologies.
What will you be doing?
- Support sales managers in pre-sale customer consultations to define system requirements.
- Compile quotations for systems according to agreed requirements and according to the defined process.
- Support the Senior Engineer with the electrical and mechanical design of bespoke systems using multiples of standard control systems and non-standard enclosures.
- Assist with the development of information solutions such as remote 'HMI' displays or PLC/DCS communication packages.
- Create system configurations to match customer Cause & Effect requirements.
- Coordinate with the Production team to ensure systems are assembled according to the schedule and fully tested prior to dispatch.
- Create and deliver bespoke system Operation and Maintenance Manuals and customer documentation packages.
- Attend customer sites to help with system support.
- Participate in training and accreditation courses required for working on customer sites
To be successful you will need:
- Minimum of HNC in engineering/electronics or equivalent.
- Proficient in using MS Office applications.
- Excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
- Proficient in the use of AutoCAD LT software (desirable).
- PLC programming experience (desirable).
In return you will receive:
A substantial benefits package, training and career development, in an exciting and expanding, engineering systems sector.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Engineering Systems Trainee / Graduate roles across Vibe Recruit's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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