Research & Development Graduate Engineer in Sheffield

Research & Development Graduate Engineer

A Snapshot of Your Day
The Siemens Energy Wind Power Electrical Drivetrain Research and Development (R&D) Engineering Graduate Programme is targeted at graduates from a variety of pathways to develop them over a two-year period to be able to enter a professional career in the industry. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team at the forefront of new technologies, supporting the fight for a more sustainable future.

The graduate programme is structured around placements in working departments where you will be integrated into different teams and learn through experiencing the day-to-day activities. As part of this role you will complete three 8-month long placements based in our UK offices in Keele, Sheffield and Glasgow.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Evaluation and design of components used in our wind turbine Electrical Drivetrain systems and products, including their requirements and characteristics
• Evaluation and design of potential solutions for controlling the wind turbine Electrical Drivetrain, including controlling the generator and grid
• Research into new and emerging technologies
• Validation of components/equipment in laboratory and wind turbine sites
• Creation of system models and utilisation of them to perform simulations
• Software design, implementation and testing

What You Bring

• You will have completed, or you will be working towards a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
• A passion for renewable energy and genuine enthusiasm, interest and ability in research and development
• Good foundation knowledge in one or more of the core technologies that are used in the Electrical Drivetrain in our wind turbine products
• Ability to grasp new concepts
• Good communication and interpersonal skills in order to collaborate with colleagues
• Willingness to travel and work on wind turbine sites and with R&D collaborators. You will be expected to attend the office on a weekly basis under our hybrid working policy.
• Adaptable, thorough and logical approach
• Responsibility & ownership mentality

About The Team

Siemens Gamesa is part of Siemens Energy, a global leader in energy technology with a rich legacy of innovation spanning over 150 years. Together, we are committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. As a leading player in the wind industry and manufacturer of wind turbines, we are passionate about driving the energy transition and providing innovative solutions.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energise society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards & Benefits

• A starting salary of £30,000
• Pension scheme with a competitive employer contribution
• 26 days holiday per annum with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
• Salary sacrifice schemes such as private medical and dental insurance, cycle to work, electric car scheme, discounted gym membership and several other lifestyle benefits to suit your needs

Please note – we reserve the right to close this advertisement at any time, so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.