Job Description

Graduate Data Engineer
Role Overview
The Graduate Data Engineer will join an established team of Data Engineers, Data Analysts and Data Scientists developing for the OCU Data Platform. They will utilise modern Data Engineering techniques, building robust data pipelines to ingest data of various formats into the Data Platform as well as transforming data, extracting data and providing key insights to the business.
Duties and Responsibilities * Data Engineering and Architecture: Assist in building and maintaining robust data architectures, pipelines, and systems, tailored to support decision-making in the utilities construction industry and related sectors.

• Data Integration and Management: Facilitate efficient data integration and management from multiple sources within the Group, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
• Data Processing and Automation: Aid in developing automated processes for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL), to streamline data workflows.
• Industry Awareness: Maintain awareness of industry developments, particularly in innovative areas like Utilities 2.0, and incorporate this knowledge into data engineering practices.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Collaborate with different teams within the Group, addressing their data engineering needs and contributing to tailored solutions.
• Off-the-Job Training: Engage in comprehensive off-the-job training that includes theoretical instruction, practical training, and industry exposure.
• Graduate Programme Participation: Actively partake in the Graduate Programme, blending hands-on experience with formal training, as per statutory requirements.
• Cross-functional Support: Offer support across various departments, contributing to diverse stages of project development and execution.
• Development Standards: Following established OCU Data Team development standards, ensuring that all completed work is correctly source controlled

Qualifications and Skills
Desirable:

• 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 value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these... 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.
Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the country's leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice.
We choose to be successful.
We are OCU, 'One Company United'.

Skills Required