Engineering Placement Programme

Looking to gain experience at a leading global energy company with real growth potential?


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Programme duration
13 months

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Job type
Power Generation Engineering
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Start date
June 2026
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Locations
Swindon,UK / UK Sites

The next placement
will take place in June 2026.

Overview of programme

Looking to gain experience at a leading European energy business with real growth potential? Want to work alongside industry experts, building experience and skills that will help you flourish in your career? This scheme provides a balance of training and competency development; including technical, practical and business skills.

Our year-long programme could be just what you are looking for!

Locations & application process

Development & training

Our placement programmes offer unrivalled work experience and skills – and potentially secure a place on our graduate programmes. To help you get the most out of your placement, we offer support and development opportunities, combining academic learning, technical training and practical skills development, supported by experienced engineers, technicians and training specialists.

A current student will be allocated as a buddy to new joiners to ensure seamless support as you begin your journey.

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What we offer

Opportunity to learn life skills beyond the classroom and secure a future worth looking forward to.

Our #TeamRWE stories

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Weronika | Year in Industry – Rotating Plant

“RWE has offered me the chance to collaborate with a diverse range of disciplines and as a placement student, this has been extremely valuable.”

Felix | Energy Transformation Graduate

"Working in a great team, the opportunities for your personal development and have a positive impact within the climate change."

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Leonard | Process Engineer

“With this trust we are able to contribute to RWE and maximise our performance.”

Come along and meet us

Join us at one of the fairs or events we attend.

Get to know us better, get answers to your questions and learn where you can make an impact. No matter if you are still in High School, about to graduate from University or an experienced professional – we want to meet you.

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Contact us

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Lee Clark

Lee Clark

HR Partner I Recruiting & Talent Acquisition I RWE Generation UK Plc