2026 Graduate Engineer - High Voltage (German Speaking)

Overview

Graduate engineer supporting high voltage design and analysis projects in UK, Germany, and Switzerland.

Key Responsibilities

• bonding diagrams
• cable rating
• voltage analysis
• ehv design
• safety review
• material specs

Tasks

-Preparing bonding line diagrams, cable rating assessments, induced voltage analyses, short circuit force evaluations, thermo-mechanical thrust calculations, pulling tension assessments, and the development of material specification lists. -Contributing to health and safety reviews and hazard identification in accordance with the CDM regulations, also focusing on sustainability and environmental compliance. -Producing designs, calculations, reports, and drawings for new and modified Extra High Voltage (EHV) projects ranging from 11kV to 400kV. -Supporting projects in the UK/Germany and Switzerland.

Requirements

• german
• c1
• 2:1
• engineering degree

What You Bring

-Fluency in German language (C1 written and spoken) -2:1 in a relevant engineering degree, such as Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering.

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Benefits

-Employee assistance -Company car or cash allowance -Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan -Life assurance scheme -25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave -Mentorship and support towards chartership - We offer tailored mentorship and structured support to guide you through becoming professionally chartered, including access to experienced professionals for advice and coaching. You’ll build a strong portfolio, prepare for assessments, and develop key competencies while gaining hands-on experience across diverse, technically complex projects in multiple sectors. -Exposure to high-profile and technically challenging projects - Immerse yourself in a variety of innovative, technically challenging, and high-impact projects that will sharpen and advance your skills. Our work spans multiple sectors, providing exposure to landmark designs and pioneering industry approaches. -A friendly, supportive, and ambitious team culture – You’ll join a team that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We foster a friendly, inclusive environment where your ideas are heard, and your growth is a shared goal. You’ll be surrounded by people who are passionate about what they do and driven to make a difference. -Flexible working -Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)

About Bakerhicks

-Specialises in aviation, defence, life‑sciences, manufacturing, nuclear, power, rail, infrastructure and process facilities. -Typical projects span from major hospitals and complex train stations to high‑containment laboratories and cable tunnels. -Known for tackling intricate challenges—like designing Europe’s ambitious tunnelling schemes and airport infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-candidates on graduate visa or other time‑limited visas are not eligible. -applicants must be eligible under uk immigration routes that do not require skilled worker sponsorship.

Security Clearance

-candidate must be able to achieve and maintain required security clearance.