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As a graduate in one of our locations, you will be contributing to a variety of technically challenging and exciting projects, from designing new offshore wind farms, sub-stations and floating concept designs, to helping clients improve their operational efficiency as part of our asset integrity management offerings, developing carbon capture and storage solutions, and even offshore visits to our client’s global installations.\nAbout our Graduate Scheme\nOur people are our power. At Kent, diverse perspectives and talents are the backbone of our strength. We’re building an environment where everyone, from engineers to scientists, from all walks of life, can thrive and reach their full potential.\nIf you’re passionate about making an impact and pushing boundaries, Kent is where you belong. We are a future-focused company, reimagining energy with ambition and innovation.\nOur global graduate program offers hands-on experience, mentorship from industry leaders, and the opportunity to grow as part of a diverse and driven team. We’re building the next generation of leaders in engineering, science, and technology, and we want you to be a part of it.\nApplication Process\nAs part of the application process, candidates will be required to provide confirmation of the academic modules completed during their university studies. This information will help us assess the relevance of your academic background to the role. Please ensure that confirmation of your completed modules is submitted alongside your CV as part of your application.\nApplication Deadline\nAll applications must be received by Friday 23rd October 2026.\nRecruitment Timeline\nShortlisting and pre-screening of applications will commence in early November. Candidates selected to progress to the next stage will be invited to interview, with interviews scheduled to take place from late November to early December 2026.\nEligibility\nPlease note that candidates must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this opportunity.\nHybrid Working\nWe follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the offices three days a week. This approach supports the development of a strong and effective team dynamic.\nPower the future with us. Unleash your energy\nSkills & Responsibilities:\nYou’ll be joining a team with 4 locations around the UK with a global outreach, that actively encourage and foster innovative solutions and new approaches to our client’s problems. Your work could involve the following: \nAssessing and designing small and large scale multi-disciplinary greenfield and brownfield Oil & Gas projects as well as the next phase of the world’s offshore wind farms, whether that’s floating or fixed foundations or Offshore Substations, from concepts right through to operation. \nDeveloping life extension plans for ageing structures in the Oil & Gas market as well as power boosts and life extensions for Offshore Wind Turbine Structures. \nImproving efficiency offshore through inspection activities, development of risk-based inspection work scopes, risk ranking and review of anomalies, and operational support. \nCreating and interrogating finite element models in our advanced structural analysis teams using a variety of software and programming languages. \nDetermining the fatigue and fracture reliability of structures with our highly specialised experts. \nInterfacing directly with clients, representing our teams to discuss engineering solutions to complex problems. \nSupporting our external markets, business development and work winning activities. \nWorking as part of an integrated team, ensuring client interaction and project delivery from multiple locations. \nIn addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.\nYour knowledge/skills, education, and experience:\nMaster’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Aeronautical or Structural Engineering. \nCommunication:\nExcellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills. \nBehaviour/ Core Competencies:\nHigh level of MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook & Teams. \nFlexible, enthusiastic and methodical in your approach to project work. \nSelf-motivated & comfortable taking responsibility across a range of tasks. \nA desire to work collaboratively with a curious approach, challenging yourself to find new solutions. \nEnthusiasm and drive to develop your skillset and seek out development opportunities within a supportive team. \nA passion for working in a consultancy environment. \nEmbracing equality, diversity and inclusion in everything you do. \nMotivation to achieve professional accreditation (where applicable). \nComfortable to embrace agile ways of working and learning new technologies. \nWe are looking for candidates who are due to graduate in 2027 or have graduated in the last 2 years. \nHSSEQ:\nThe Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.\nWe are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.\nAs an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.\nWe’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. 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