2026 Graduate - Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer

Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026

Graduate Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer

Location: Birmingham, UK (Hybrid-working)

Required: DEGREE IN Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or related technical/engineering discipline)

Application Deadline: 19th April 2026

Salary: £29000 per annum

Note: the term 'Graduate 2026' refers to our program, not the year you are expected to have graduated.

Veolia are ready to launch our Graduate Recruitment Campaign for 2026!

You will join us between July and October 2026 and complete our 1-year fully immersive graduate programme. This structured development journey leads to exciting long-term career opportunities across our global operations.

This is a permanent position from day one, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to our graduates' long-term success and development. We believe in investing in our future leaders by offering permanent contracts rather than fixed-term positions, providing our graduates with job security and peace of mind from the start. This approach allows you to fully focus on your development and career growth.

At the end of the 12-month graduate program, we conduct comprehensive career conversations with each graduate to explore their strengths, interests, and aspirations. This discussion helps determine the most suitable career path within our company. Our commitment to permanent employment reflects our confidence in our graduate program and our dedication to nurturing long-term talent. It also demonstrates our strong track record of graduate retention and career progression within Veolia.

We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive culture that emphasises equality and collaboration rather than focusing on hierarchy. At Veolia, our employees' diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will participate in our thriving DEI communities and related initiatives.

Veolia has a meaningful purpose where you'll be part of something bigger than just a job; you'll be part of a network driving ecological transformation and making a meaningful impact on society and the environment through our work.

Our Graduate Program is our commitment to developing talented employees through:

• Structured training on both essential and technical skills
• Networking opportunities
• A dedicated support network of a Program Leader, Line Manager, Mentor, Coach, and HR Manager
• Experiential learning, delivered on a monthly basis
• Four times in-person workshops at key locations at our operations across Europe
• A Sustainability Challenge to develop your entrepreneurial skills
• Regular reviews with your support network - and a great chance for feedback

As a Graduate Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Engineer, you will support the delivery of cutting-edge water treatment solutions across the UK municipal and industrial sectors. Working alongside experienced EC&I engineers, you'll contribute to critical infrastructure projects involving low voltage switchgear, motor control centres, control systems, and process instrumentation. This role offers hands-on experience with innovative technologies while making a meaningful impact on water sustainability and environmental protection.

Day-to-Day Duties and Learnings:

• Assist in technical procurement of MCCs, cabling, systems integration, and process instrumentation for water treatment projects
• Contribute to engineering documentation including load schedules, instrument schedules, and equipment specifications
• Support development of innovative EC&I design solutions to maintain competitive technical advantage
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and review technical documentation for compliance with VWT and client standards
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) for switchboards, MCCs, and PLC/HMI software
• Engage in site-based activities including client meetings, installation supervision, and commissioning assistance
• Provide technical support for tendering processes, including preparation of specifications and drawings

Ideal Skills and Experience:

• Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or related technical/engineering discipline (essential)
• Fluent in English
• Other European languages are useful
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace or similar platforms
• Willingness to travel
• Can-do attitude with hunger to develop into a qualified EC&I engineer

 

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.