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Graduate Data Engineer

OCU
Preston
2 days ago
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Graduate Data Engineer at OCU

We’re looking for a Graduate Data Engineer to join our established team of Data Engineers, Data Analysts and Data Scientists. You will use modern data engineering techniques to build robust data pipelines, ingest a variety of data formats into the OCU Data Platform, transform data, extract insights, and support business decisions.


Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in building and maintaining robust data architectures, pipelines, and systems, tailored to support decision-making in the utilities construction industry and related sectors.
  • Facilitate efficient data integration and management from multiple sources within the Group, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
  • Develop automated processes for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) to streamline data workflows.
  • Maintain awareness of industry developments, particularly in innovative areas such as Utilities 2.0, and incorporate this knowledge into data engineering practices.
  • Collaborate with different teams within the Group, addressing their data engineering needs and contributing to tailored solutions.
  • Engage in comprehensive off‑job training that includes theoretical instruction, practical training and industry exposure.
  • Actively partake in the Graduate Programme, blending hands‑on experience with formal training, as per statutory requirements.
  • Offer support across various departments, contributing to diverse stages of project development and execution.
  • Follow established OCU Data Team development standards, ensuring all completed work is correctly source‑controlled.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Knowledge of programming concepts and principles.
  • A genuine interest in data engineering and a commitment to ongoing learning in the field.
  • Strong problem‑solving abilities and a systematic approach to technical challenges.
  • A keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of data handling.
  • Effective communication skills, facilitating collaboration and technical knowledge sharing.
  • A team‑player mindset, contributing to and benefiting from collaborative efforts.
  • Knowledge of source‑control tools such as Git.
  • Familiarity with cloud‑based data platforms and tools such as Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Apache Spark or related technologies, with an interest in developing practical skills in modern scalable data processing environments.

What We Value

  • We care about safety.
  • We lead with integrity.
  • We strive to be better every day.
  • We make a positive impact.
  • We deliver to grow.
  • We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor. We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities. OCU is an equal opportunities employer.


Seniority level

Internship


Employment type

Full-time


Job function

Information Technology


Industries

Utilities


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