Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer Review
at Balfour Beatty
Degree Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Graphic Design
Motherwell
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
As an Apprentice Electrical Design Engineer at Balfour Beatty, I support the design and development of electrical infrastructure within substation projects across the transmission and distribution network. My role combines technical design work, engineering principles, and practical project exposure to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant substation installations.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It is great experience with a brilliant opportunity to obtain a degree whist gaining experience in the working environment
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
To some extent it is well organised in the sense of how much support i receive as an apprentice and the jobs that i am assigned are suitable for my skill level however i do not know what happens in my third year of my apprenticeship as my college course only lasts 2 years also i do not know what will happen once my 3 year apprenticeship is finished
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive support in a lot of aspects most importantly adequate time to study for upcoming exams etc.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My training providers at New College Lanarkshire are extremely helpful and are always willing to help everyone get over the line.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
My qualification aligns perfectly against my job role as an electrical engineer.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
yes.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great colleagues and a flexible work life balance with opportunities of growth in certain positions
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
unsure
