Role: Electrical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) - UK
Start date: September 2027
Additional information:
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Office based role with regular travel to sites and various projects
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Based in our in-house Applied Engineering team for the duration of 2-year programme
About Us
Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, the USA, Australia and New Zealand Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, energy and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Plant; Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,700 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success.
Electrical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Programme
Murphy are offering an exceptional opportunity for ambitious technically minded individuals who are looking to embark on the first step in an Engineering career. We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our Power Project Engineering teams, who utilise Digital Design knowledge to produce high voltage substation and cable system designs. This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to gain invaluable engineering experience, with on-the-job training and mentoring from Principal Engineers in all engineering disciplines of Substation and Cable system design on major construction projects in the UK for Transmission and Distribution Network operators.
Our degree apprenticeship programme offers you the chance to secure a university degree debt-free, whilst gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. Your tuition fees for this degree will be paid for by Murphy and you’ll also be earning a competitive apprenticeship salary.
Training and mentoring will be provided by Principal Engineers, and the wider engineering teams. Your responsibilities will increase throughout the duration of your Apprenticeship as your skills and technical knowledge develop. This will be your start on a path of Professional development towards becoming a Chartered Engineer. We will provide an established career path for you to progress through the organisation that can be moulded to suit your individual engineering discipline preferences and ambitions.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Working on engineering projects from 11kV to 400kV to support the UK Transmission and Distribution networks
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Learning to use Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD and other design packages, such as Solid Works and Comsol.
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Producing circuit diagrams for Digital Automation System designs and Power Cable System designs.
What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship?
As part of this apprenticeship, you will follow the Electrical Engineer level 6 apprenticeship standard which takes 5.5 years to complete through Exeter University. Through the apprenticeship you will work towards achieving a BEng in Electrical & Electronic Engineering and a Level 6-degree apprenticeship.
Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?
We are recruiting for this apprenticeship across various projects across the UK. Due to the remote locations of some of our sites, applicants must be willing to travel as required. Due to the nature of our work and size of our sites, we may require you to have a full clean UK driving licence.
What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?
- GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C / 4-9 (or equivalent)
You must also have attained or have attained by September 2027, one of the following:
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3 A Levels minimum grade ABB which must include Maths and a Science subject
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BTEC Extended Diploma grade DDM including one of the following subjects: Applied Science; Aeronautical Engineering; Building Services; Engineering Construction and the Built Environment; Civil Engineering; Operations and Maintenance Engineering; Computer Engineering; Electrical/Electronic Engineering; Engineering; Manufacturing Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; Environmental Sustainability.
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T-Level grade distinction in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering; Manufacturing; Processing and Control; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering: Manufacturing only, Surveying and Planning for Construction.
You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!
You must be eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.
Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:
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One Family, One Team, One Murphy
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Always Deliver
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Respect, Integrity & Accountability
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Never Harm
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Continually Improve
How will I learn?
In short, by grabbing every chance you get. Alongside working on some fascinating, challenging and occasionally jaw-dropping projects, you’ll also be part of our Murphy Learning programme, where everyone has ownership of their own training. You decide what skills you want to gain, with support and guidance from your manager. We call it the 70:20:10 principle, and it goes like this:
• 70% learning on the job, challenging yourself with new projects and responsibilities
• 20% learning through others, training and networking with senior managers, colleagues, and industry leaders
• 10% structured learning, choosing training courses that fit your needs and your team’s aims
Our Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process consists of three stages:
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Application including a CV
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Online interactive exercise
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In-person assessment centre (which start from November 2026)
It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at emergingtalent@murphygroup.co.uk.
Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap. Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.