Electrical Engineer - HV Substations

National Grid; Wickford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A major energy provider in the UK seeks a Substation Engineer to embark on a training program aimed at becoming a Senior Authorised Person. Candidates will develop essential engineering skills while managing high voltage projects and ensuring safety compliance. The position offers a competitive salary starting at £52,382 with opportunities for overtime and further remuneration upon qualification. Applicants are expected to possess NVQ Level 3/ONC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, alongside practical engineering abilities.

Benefits

26 days leave plus 8 statutory days

Paid overtime

Company car (Full Electric or Hybrid)

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3/ONC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification.
• Practical skills in installations, breakdown, repair and maintenance.
• Ability to interpret maintenance results using test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Join a training programme to build engineering skills and safety authorisations.
• Lead teams on high voltage substation projects post-qualification.
• Manage risk assessments and method statements for projects.

Skills

Practical industrial engineering skills

Ability to read schematic electrical drawings

Ability to use test equipment

Education

NVQ Level 3/ONC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Start your engineering journey with us and grow into a future Senior Authorised Person

Our engineers are at the heart of what we do, at National Grid we work towards the highest standards. This is more than just a job, it’s a long‑term career path with continued support, hands on learning, and a team of experienced engineers who’ll have your back every step of the way!

Pay and Benefits

• Starting salary £52,382 to £56,940 pa including London Allowance - while you are in training.
• 37 Hours per week Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm (Days only).
• 26 Days leave plus 8 statutory days, an excellent contribution pension scheme - max total 18%.
• Paid overtime, standby allowance + call out fee + Bonus (2025 upto 4%)
• Job requirement Company car (Full Electric or Hybrid).
• For more information on benefits click the link - Benefits | National Grid Careers

Role overview

This role initially is all about the training to start with, although we do require you to have practical engineering skills as per the requirements. You’ll join one of our local regional teams, where you will spend the first 24 - 30 months on a training programme gaining experience on‑site and, in the classroom, (with short stays away from home) building your skill base and safety authorisations needed to take the next big step.

Once you are qualified this is when things change. You will move into the Senior Authorised Person (SAP) role with an increase in base salary to £57,163 pa. As a Substation Engineer SAP you’ll lead teams of fitters and contractors on high voltage substation projects ensuring they are set to work in the correct manner, including the provision of risk assessments and method statements, and that toolbox talks take place. Managing, monitoring and reviewing progress on safety critical works. Undertake site delivery activities of projects as the appointed temporary works co‑ordinator and principle contractor as defined in CDM regs, and helping keep the UK’s electricity network running smoothly. You’ll also join a standby rota for emergency call outs - earning additional payments for your expertise and availability.

If your passionate about engineering and ready to learn and build a meaningful future we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 3/ONC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification.
• You have practical industrial engineering skills - installations, breakdown, repair and maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Ability to read schematic electrical drawings, produce risk assessments and method statements.
• Ability to use test equipment and interpret maintenance results.
• You must be able to commit and attend training courses at our Eakring site in Nottinghamshire and other sites which will require short stays away from home to complete your training>
• You will be available for standby rota providing reactive call outs for emergencies, due to this you will live within 45 mins of Rayleigh, Essex.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Substation experience
• Supervisory experience
• NEBOSH,

Apply now for immediate consideration.