Job Description Start Here. Grow Here. Electrical Engineers – Upskill for the Energy Transmission & Distribution Sector Are you an Electrical Engineer looking to move into a new sector? Do you feel limited by your current industry or unsure how to transition your skills into a growing market? At AECOM, we recognise that qualified electrical engineers bring highly transferable technical expertise, problem-solving capability, and experience working on complex engineering systems. Whether your background is in water, transportation, buildings, manufacturing, consultancy, or another engineering discipline, we can support your move into the Energy Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. We are offering a unique development opportunity for Electrical Engineers to join our growing UK & Ireland T&D team. Working alongside experienced industry specialists, you will receive structured mentoring, technical guidance, and access to industry-leading training to help you build expertise across: Transmission & Distribution Systems Transmission Cables Substations Grid Infrastructure HV Power Systems You will also have access to AECOM University and our extensive internal technical networks to support your professional development. Opportunities are available across our UK & Ireland offices, - Glasgow, Edinburgh, Newcastle, Manchester & Dublin — while also benefiting from our flexible hybrid working model. Why Join AECOM? Impact That Matters Work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects that support the UK & Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon future while improving communities and protecting the environment. Award-Winning Excellence Join an industry-leading team delivering innovative engineering solutions across major transmission and distribution programmes. Career Development Whether you are early in your career or already progressing toward Chartership, you’ll benefit from: Structured mentoring Technical practice networks AECOM University Leadership development opportunities Support from experienced T&D professionals Energy at AECOM At AECOM, we are helping lead the transformation of the energy sector toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As the UK and Europe accelerate the transition to clean energy and net zero carbon targets, we are delivering innovative low-carbon energy solutions that meet the needs of industry, communities, and the environment. Transmission & Distribution (T&D) The journey to achieving 2030 net zero targets requires major investment in energy infrastructure, including: New overhead transmission lines Underground cable systems Substations Battery storage facilities HVDC and subsea interconnectors AECOM’s Transmission & Distribution team is supporting the network development and grid modernisation needed to deliver this transition — and you could be part of it. Come Grow With Us Our T&D Engineering team delivers services across the full project lifecycle, including: High Voltage Power Systems Analysis Cabling Substations Transmission & Distribution Infrastructure Protection Systems SCADA & Communications System Balancing & Compensation Converter Station Design HVDC Systems Interconnectors & Overseas Links Working to Modernise the UK’s Energy Infrastructure AECOM has recently been appointed, in joint venture with Arup, to provide design and consenting services for National Grid’s Great Grid Upgrade programme. This major infrastructure investment will strengthen the UK electricity transmission network, helping connect renewable energy sources — including offshore wind — into the grid by 2030 and beyond. The programme will support: Grid modernisation Increased energy resilience Reduced dependence on fossil fuels Delivery of the UK’s net zero ambitions Start Here. Grow Here. Are you ready to join a highly experienced, growing, industry-leading Transmission & Distribution team and develop your career on transformational projects that will help deliver the energy transition? At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contribution is valued. And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.