Careers in Power Generation & Energy Systems
Power the Future. Build Your Career.
The UK’s energy system depends on skilled people.
From apprentices and graduates to engineers, technicians, and specialists, AMPS represents the companies that design, manufacture, install, and maintain the power generation and energy systems that keep the country running, today and into a lower-carbon future.
If you’re looking for a practical, skilled, and future-focused career with real impact, the power generation and energy systems industry offers long-term opportunities across the UK.
Why Choose a Career in This Industry?
Essential to Everyday Life
Power generation and energy resilience underpin hospitals, data centres, transport networks, manufacturing, and communities nationwide. This is an industry where your work genuinely matters.
Part of the Energy Transition
AMPS member companies are at the forefront of low-carbon fuels, hybrid systems, renewable integration, energy storage, and efficiency improvements, supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy system.
Skilled, Hands-On Careers
From workshop floors to design offices, control systems to on-site installations, careers in this sector combine technical skill, responsibility, and problem-solving.
Strong Long-Term Prospects
Demand for skilled people continues to grow, offering stable employment, clear progression, and opportunities to work across the UK and internationally.
Career Pathways
Apprenticeships
Earn while you learn through structured apprenticeships that combine practical experience with recognised qualifications. Apprentices work on real projects from day one, supported by experienced professionals.
Graduates & Degree Pathways
Graduate opportunities exist across engineering, electrical and mechanical disciplines, manufacturing, project management, commercial roles, and sustainability-focused positions.
Technical & Skilled Roles
For experienced technicians, engineers, and specialists looking to apply or extend their skills within power generation and energy systems.
Career Changers
Many roles suit individuals transferring skills from related sectors such as automotive, rail, defence, construction, or manufacturing. Full training and development are often provided.
Opportunities with AMPS Member Companies
AMPS member companies range from innovative UK SMEs to global manufacturers and suppliers. Together, they operate across conventional, hybrid, renewable, and low-carbon power technologies.
Current opportunities may include:
- Apprenticeships
- Graduate roles
- Engineering and technical positions
- Manufacturing and assembly roles
- Commercial and project roles
View current opportunities below or follow links to individual member company careers pages (coming soon!).
Skills We’re Looking For
You don’t need to know everything to get started. Many roles include full training.
Typical skills and qualities include:
- Practical problem-solving
- Electrical or mechanical aptitude
- Interest in energy, engineering, or technology
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Teamwork and communication skills
If you’re curious, motivated, and hands-on, there is likely a role for you.
Start Your Career Journey
Whether you’re leaving school, graduating, or looking for a new challenge, the power generation and energy systems sector offers meaningful work, technical skills, and long-term career development.
Explore opportunities with AMPS member companies and take the first step towards powering the future.
AMPS supports its members by promoting careers across the power generation and energy systems sector. Recruitment and employment decisions are managed directly by individual member companies.