Graduate Power Technologies Consultant (Master's Apprenticeship) 2022

Believe there’s more than one way to secure a successful future?

So do we. Are you a forward-thinking and aspiring undergraduate in your final year? Join our graduate apprenticeship programme and see for yourself how it differs from any other. Could this be the next exciting step on your journey to your career? If yes, start your graduate apprenticeship with us at Siemens!

About the role

Here at Siemens, we build a better world using digital skills to create greener energy, ground breaking software and ingenious inventions.

You will be working in the Power Technologies International (PTI) business within Siemens Smart Infrastructure.

Siemens PTI is the think tank of Siemens’ Smart Infrastructure Business Unit and provides thought leadership to our customers on long term development plan, energy strategies, smart energy system, digitalisation & IoT consultancy and business model innovation to cope up with the energy transition and digital transformation. We help to shape the market for intelligent, adaptive infrastructure for today and the future. We address the pressing challenges of urbanisation and climate change by connecting energy systems, buildings and industries though digital technologies.

We are recruiting highly motivated candidates to join our Power Technology Consulting apprenticeship scheme who want to make a difference and develop their skills in Systems Engineering and our PTI business.

The challenge

Part of being an apprentice at Siemens means you get to work on real life projects whilst also being supported on a guided learning journey. This will be a 3 year apprenticeship where you will complete the Level 7 Systems Engineer apprenticeship standard.

Here is how the programme works

• Years 1 - 3: Following your off-site induction week you will immediately begin integrating into the Siemens community. Based within the Power Technologies International business you will embark on a broad range of tasks supporting various projects within PTI. The role is based in our UK offices or home based with travel across the UK.
• You will attend University on a day / block release basis to complete your MSc qualification.

Throughout the apprenticeship you will continue to learn and develop your competences in areas such as:

• The application of power systems planning and protection principles, simulation and analysis of power system steady state and dynamic behaviour.
• Development of mathematical models for reliability assessment of electrical networks and delivery of on-site technical consulting/training services.
• Working with our customers including electricity / gas / water utility clients, transport infrastructure agencies, industries, regulators, local authorities, mixed use developers, independent system operators developing business cases, formulating energy transition programs and co-creating new business models.
• Helping our customers to solve complex challenges relating to key energy and sustainability related topics - creating and identifying opportunities and novel business models of the future.
• You will also complete your work based project (to complete your Masters Degree) and undertake your apprenticeship End Point Assessment in your final year.

Your learning will be supported throughout your programme by Siemens mentors and by one of our university partners who will be the apprenticeship provider.

Here is what you can make a difference in

• Developing energy transition strategies, undertake smart energy system planning and concept design.
• Undertake feasibility / techno-economic studies of smart infrastructure, EV infrastructure framework, smart grid and distributed energy projects to identify business cases for customers.
• Undertake energy assessments / audits and develop energy efficiency programmes and net zero carbon pathways for industries, campuses, ports, hospitals and mixed use developments.
• Manage and deliver power system planning and protection studies: the application of power systems planning and protection principles, simulation and analysis of power system steady state and dynamic behaviour, development of mathematical models for reliability assessment of electrical networks.
• Assess customer's business requirements and application objectives and develop application designs in products to meet customer's needs.
• Application and analysis of study results applied to basic system design and equipment specification.
• Delivery of on-site technical consulting/training services. 
• Develop and maintain external customer relationships. Conduct periodic status checks with customer and team to assess progress against plan.

The candidate

We are looking for forward-thinking, innovative and inquisitive candidates that demonstrate the following:

• Achieved or be on track to achieve a 2:1 or above Honours Degree in an Engineering discipline.
• You think logically, willing to self-learn and research, and take a creative approach to problem solving.
• You can work independently, safely and responsibly; take ownership of challenges and ideas and are looking to develop your ability to drive and lead change.
• You enjoy collaborating with others to find innovative solutions.
• You are a good communicator, both verbally and written.
• Identify with our values of Zero Harm, Innovative, Excellent and Responsible. We can teach you the knowledge on your apprenticeship however it also means a lot to us for you to align to our culture and behaviours.

The benefits of a Graduate Apprenticeship

• Continue your learning beyond Honours Degree level whilst earning a competitive salary as well as an annual bonus.
• Have the chance to join a community of highly skilled professionals who will help you on your learning journey.
• Stay at the forefront of innovation by joining Europe's leading engineering and technology company.
• Join our flexible benefits scheme with access to private medical care, discounted cinema tickets and gym membership and so much more!

What else do I need to know?

Alongside your role, the graduate development programme will teach softer skills such as communication, teamwork, commercial awareness, digitalisation and innovation. We also offer plenty of opportunity to develop your career whilst offering a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

We’re looking for passionate teammates with the aptitude and attitude to succeed in the world of Power Technology Consultancy. Apply now and join Europe’s leading engineering and technology company.

The total rewards' package for this role includes a competitive salary, plus an annual bonus. We know that not everyone’s lifestyle is the same, so we operate a flexible benefits scheme where you can tailor your benefits package to suit. (If the role is London based; a London Weighting allowance will also be offered).

If we all thought the same, we would never think of anything new. That’s why we recruit great minds from all walks of life.

Siemens recognise that building a diverse workforce is essential to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all applicants to encourage agile working, flexibility and innovation.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.