Trainee Electrical Engineering (gn)

Join our Fresh Graduate Program starting in September 2026!

Establish broad understanding of OMV’s Fuels business through target-oriented on-the-job experience and participation in sustainable energy projects. OMV’s Fuels business unit produces and sells fuels and feedstock for the chemical’s industry and operates refineries and filling stations. Support us to realize our ambitious goals of becoming a net-zero-business by 2050 and proactively expedite the transition from a linear to a circular economy.

Enjoy the chance to learn from our experts and complete your practical knowledge of our operations, technologies, processes, and projects in numerous trainings and on the job experience.
Get to know OMV even better and build your network through job rotation and discussions with senior team members.

OMV as employer

At OMV, we drive energy, mobility, and lifestyles forward every day. We’re working towards becoming an integrated sustainable chemicals, fuels and energy company by 2030, and climate neutral by 2050.

Put simply? That means reinventing the essentials for sustainable living.

And that takes the best and brightest minds.

This is a place where you can be ambitious.

Feel included and drive innovation. A place that celebrates big thinking, and creates exciting opportunities to learn and grow.

We're calling on people who turn ideas into action.

To become part of a place that celebrates purpose. To contribute to global change by being here.

The best thing about tomorrow is that you can create it.

Your tasks

• Support electrical engineering activities for refinery, terminals, pipelines, and related projects in accordance with state-of-the-art engineering, applicable norms, standards, and OMV best practices.
• Assist engineering, implementation, and maintenance of electrical systems, including end‑of‑life replacement strategies and routine maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with harmonized processes, workflows, work instructions, and engineering documentation systems within the area of responsibility.
• Support preparation of tender documents and technical specifications for routine maintenance, turnarounds, and capital investment projects.
• Contribute to mid‑ and long‑term availability, design strategies, and conceptual design for electrical systems and related equipment.
• Support project execution, including non‑standard project tasks and configuration of electrical engineering solutions.
• Cooperate locally with internal engineering partners, external engineering suppliers, and cross‑functional teams.
• Assist contractor and contract management activities, including service catalogs and contractor performance monitoring.
• Support benchmarking activities and tracking/reporting of KPIs within the electrical engineering area of responsibility.
• Assist evaluation, introduction, and deployment of new technologies, digitalization initiatives, and predictive maintenance solutions for electrical distribution, protection, and auxiliary systems.

Your profile

• Master’s degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering and/or Automation Engineering.
• First professional experience like an internship or 1 year in electrical engineering, preferably in industrial maintenance, refinery, production, or capital project environments.
• First practical exposure to American and European electrical design norms, standards, and engineering practices.
• Initial hands‑on experience in electrical engineering tasks related to maintenance, projects, or equipment lifecycle activities.
• Ability to build your network of stakeholders within the company.
• Fluent in German and English.

Unlock your potential. Make it count.

Together, we'll reinvent the essentials for sustainable living. Join us on our journey of transformation, where you can contribute to a long-lasting legacy.

We offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where your potential can thrive. Join us and become part of a team that’s shaping a sustainable future.

The minimum gross annual salary according to the collective agreement amounts to EUR 66.304,--. Depending on skills and specific experience, over-payment is possible.

OMV offers relocation packages for international moves and here are some of our attractive benefits:

     • Work-Life Balance: Flexible Working Time & Homeoffice.

     • Health-Center.

     • Canteen with healthy meal options.

     • Public Transport Refund.

     • Contribution Based Pension Fund Scheme.

     • Diverse trainings and development opportunities.

     • Sabbaticals.

     • Company Kindergarten & Summer Kids Camp.

     • A big variety in culture, health and fitness offers.

At OMV, you matter. Ready to grow?

At OMV, we’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to grow and thrive. We embrace diversity in all its forms—whether it’s age, gender identity, disability, ethnicity, religion, or sexual orientation—because we know it makes us stronger.

Our success comes from working together as a diverse team and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Guided by our values—We Care, We’re Curious, We Progress—we’re shaping a more sustainable future together.

We’re especially proud of our efforts to advance women within our organization, focusing on getting more women into leadership roles. At OMV, you’ll have the opportunity to take on meaningful responsibilities, work across different functions, lead impactful projects, and even go on international assignments.

We offer tailored development programs to help you unlock your potential and achieve your career goals while contributing to a legacy of sustainable progress. Join us and be part of a community that’s driving global change.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and start your exciting journey with OMV.

Together. Forward for good.

Your contact

If you need any further information or have questions regarding accessibility please contact Tamara Schmidt-Hantasch.