Graduate HV Network Design Engineer – Nottingham

National Grid Plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits including cycle-to‑w

Sharesave and SIP

£2,000 joining bonus

Accommodation allowance up to £200/mo

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is seeking a Graduate Primary Network Design Engineer for its Midlands, Southwest and South Wales networks. You will learn to assess new connections, evaluate capacity, and design reinforcement schemes within a structured 18‑month graduate programme, with placements across the business.

The role requires a 2:2 in Electrical Engineering or related field, and you’ll need to obtain a full UK driving licence by 27 June 2027.

Qualifications

• 2:2 in Electrical Engineering or a closely related degree.
• Interest in electricity networks and power systems; applying engineering and mathematical principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and design of the HV distribution network (132kV/66kV/33kV).
• Support network studies, feasibility assessments and connection offers.
• Collaborate with NGED/NGET and other stakeholders on network planning and interface activities.
• Gain experience across placements in Network Services, Engineering Design, Asset Management, DSO, Connections, IT & Data.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power Systems

Network Design

UK Driving Licence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is seeking a Graduate Primary Network Design Engineer for its Midlands, Southwest and South Wales networks. You will learn to assess new connections, evaluate capacity, and design reinforcement schemes within a structured 18‑month graduate programme, with placements across the business.

The role requires a 2:2 in Electrical Engineering or related field, and you’ll need to obtain a full UK driving licence by 27 June 2027.