Graduate Innovation Engineer: Energy Network & Tech Trials

National Grid Plc; Connah's Quay; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Competitive pension

Flexible benefits

Sharesave & SIP

£2,000 joining bonus

£2,400 completion bonus

Accommodation allowance £200/month

Relocation and moving support

Mentoring and networking opportunities

Permanent role on completion

Job summary

National Grid plc in Wales is seeking a Graduate Innovation Engineer to help identify and develop innovative solutions for the transmission network. You’ll work with engineering and innovation colleagues to turn ideas into practical benefits for customers and the energy system.

The 18-month programme includes three 6-month placements across the UK, with hybrid working and in-office attendance three days per week. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Energy or Renewable Energy Engineering.
• Interest in innovation, emerging technology and energy transition.
• Curiosity about how new technologies can improve the transmission network.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and trial innovative solutions for the transmission network.
• Research emerging technologies and assess their potential to improve performance.
• Contribute to innovation trials, demonstrations and pilots.
• Analyse technical data to evaluate benefits and limitations of proposed solutions.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, commercial and external partners.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Education

2:2 in Electrical/Engineering

Job description

National Grid plc in Wales is seeking a Graduate Innovation Engineer to help identify and develop innovative solutions for the transmission network. You’ll work with engineering and innovation colleagues to turn ideas into practical benefits for customers and the energy system.

The 18-month programme includes three 6-month placements across the UK, with hybrid working and in-office attendance three days per week. A full UK driving licence is required.