Electrical Apprentice

Cundall’s Critical Systems team’s mission is to play a key role in making buildings more energy efficient, sustainable and cost effective to operate – and we pride ourselves on our exemplary track record of designing innovative and sustainable mechanical and electrical solutions that minimise the use of natural resources.

Working across a variety of sectors, the team are a source of world leading expertise; producing innovative and award-winning sustainable engineering solutions throughout the lifecycle of any project.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring Electrical Engineer to join our London team and learn what it takes to carry out the design of electrical services on some of the most exciting projects in the UK and worldwide. You will assist with detailed electrical building services engineering design and analysis and help define and translate client requirements into workable designs for buildings, facilities and services (electrical distribution and power generation, security and access control) all with sustainability at the forefront of the design.

You will be provided training by our expert engineers on how to perform cable sizing and protective device settings selection and shown how to use calculation software such as Amtech, SKM or Etap. As you develop your technical engineering skills with us on real-life projects, you will also be granted day-release to study for the appropriate academic qualifications at London South Bank University.

Beyond your apprenticeship, Cundall can offer you support towards achieving chartership status with the IET, and in the long-term the opportunity for a truly rewarding and exciting career.

The Skills

To be considered for the role you will be required to have either of the following:

• A Level BBC - Must include Mathematics and preferably a Science in either Chemistry or Physics (UCAS points: 112)
• T-level (Merit or above) in Construction: Design, Surveying And Planning. (UCAS points: 120)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DDM in an Engineering subject area, with a minimum of merit in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. (UCAS points: 128)
• BTEC Level 3 National Diploma D*D* in an Engineering subject area, with a minimum of merit in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. (UCAS points: 112)
• Building Services Engineering Technician Level 3 apprenticeship DD (UCAS points: 96) alongside grade Pass or Distinction at EPA

You will also have:

• 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above)
• During your studies/work experience you have developed a keen interest in engineering or construction.
• A keen interest in learning new skills and are willing to work hard to reach your goals.
• Possess the personal qualities and organisation skills to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, are a confident communicator, looking for a career in creative, sustainable, and intuitive design.

Please only apply to one Early Careers role at Cundall at a time. Multiple applications will not be accepted and we will only consider you for one role.

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That’s why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.