Mechanical
Engineer - Year in Industry 12-month
placement Drax Power Station, SelbyOnsiteClosing
date: Friday 11th April 2025Who we
areWe’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen.
We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an
uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the
global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be
joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers, and business champions.
We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working
hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.About the
roleWe’re one of the largest energy generators in the UK, with our main site in
North Yorkshire covering 13 square miles. That means there are a lot of complex
and interesting structures to work on, not to mention some of the new ones in
the pipeline. You’ll be supporting the activities of the Mechanical Engineering
Department, working closely with the team’s Lead Mechanical Engineer. You’ll be
getting stuck in on a diverse portfolio of projects across Drax power station
and supporting a nationally significant asset, while learning invaluable skills
for your future career at the same time.As a Year in
industry student, you can expect to get involved in projects such as biomass
fuel collection, storage, material transfer conveyors & piping, pumps, fire
detection & suppression systems and Boiler engineering projects. You’ll
work to collaboratively find the best solution, utilising your problem-solving
skills and leveraging your knowledge gained at university.Your developmentYou’ll receive a comprehensive welcome and induction to Drax and can look
forward to a structured development plan of learning on our ICE training
scheme. Our student ‘Power up’ development programme has been designed to
provide you with a selection of essential and technical skills, and the
opportunity to develop your business acumen and personal development. Who we’re
looking forTo be
successful in this role you’ll be:- Working towards an MEng or BEng in Mechanical
engineering or related subject.- Currently enrolled in a course that allows for a
12-month industrial placement.- Willing
to travel to our site in Selby, Yorkshire Monday to Friday.- Strong
technical skills with experience with 2D and 3D software- Proficient
with Microsoft Office, especially for preparing reports and working with
spreadsheets.- Confident
in your communication skills, developing the ability to effectively chair
meetings.- Strong
planning skills to support with your project work. Rewards and benefitsAs you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits
to help you thrive and support your lifestyle:-Private Healthcare with Vitality- Personal
accident cover - Group
personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10% - Holiday
25 days plus bank holidays- Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership
of one relevant and appropriate professional bodyWe’re committed
to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where
your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part
of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With
Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come. Together, we
make it happen.At Drax, we’re
committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and
respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work
to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and
establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for
all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter
their background. Find out more about our approach here.How to
applyThink this role for you? Click the ‘Apply now’ button to begin your Drax
journey.If you want to
find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news.We understand
that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to
have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.comWe reserve the
right to close roles early when the particular role and / or location has had
sufficient applications.