You need 2 A Levels or equivalent for this Level 4 Apprenticeship, aimed at those aspiring for higher-level roles with specialized knowledge and increased responsibility.

You will design electrical systems, plan wiring and lighting, ensure safety standards, learn design software, and apply electrical engineering principles in practical projects.

Construction & Surveying

Engineering

United Kingdom

Aberdeen

Large

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group. With 24,500 employees, we provide innovative and efficient infrastructure that underpins our daily lives, supports communities and enables economic growth. We finance, develop, build and maintain complex infrastructure such as transportation, power and utility systems, social and commercial buildings.

Engineering & Construction

Balfour Beatty

Construction

We are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future.

<div>About the role 
We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK&rsquo;s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Would you prefer to learn by &lsquo;doing&rsquo; with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary?

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, &lsquo;I helped build that&rsquo; then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BE a Visionary and join our Apprentice Early Career development programme. 
What you'll be doing 
As an Apprentice Electrical Design engineer you will be acting as the designer of electrical systems. Your job is like planning the wiring and lighting for a new house. It's about making sure the designs are practical and meet safety standards. You&rsquo;ll learn how to use design software and understand electrical engineering principles. 
Who we're looking for 
For our Level 4 Apprenticeship, you&rsquo;ll need A Levels or equivalent, typically 2 A Levels. This programme is designed for those looking to step into higher-level roles that demand specialised knowledge and increased responsibility. 
Why work for us 
Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you&rsquo;ll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job&mdash;it's a pathway to a promising future. 
Job Reference: EC00791</div>

About the role
We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Would you prefer to learn by ‘doing’ with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary?

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BE a Visionary and join our Apprentice Early Career development programme.
What you'll be doing
As an Apprentice Electrical Design engineer you will be acting as the designer of electrical systems. Your job is like planning the wiring and lighting for a new house. It's about making sure the designs are practical and meet safety standards. You’ll learn how to use design software and understand electrical engineering principles.
Who we're looking for
For our Level 4 Apprenticeship, you’ll need A Levels or equivalent, typically 2 A Levels. This programme is designed for those looking to step into higher-level roles that demand specialised knowledge and increased responsibility.
Why work for us
Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job—it's a pathway to a promising future.
Job Reference: EC00791

Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer (Level 4) - 2025 - Balfour Beatty

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 About the role
 We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.
 Would you prefer to learn by ‘doing’ with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary?
 If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.
 BE a Visionary and join our Apprentice Early Career development programme. What you'll be doing
 As an Apprentice Electrical Design engineer you will be acting as the designer of electrical systems. Your job is like planning the wiring and lighting for a new house. It's about making sure the designs are practical and meet safety standards. You’ll learn how to use design software and understand electrical engineering principles. Who we're looking for
 For our Level 4 Apprenticeship, you’ll need A Levels or equivalent, typically 2 A Levels. This programme is designed for those looking to step into higher-level roles that demand specialised knowledge and increased responsibility. Why work for us
 Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job—it's a pathway to a promising future. Job Reference: EC00791
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Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer (Level 4) - 2025

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