Graduate Technology Engineer, IT & Digital, Warwick

National Grid Plc; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Pension scheme

Cycle-to-work

Sharesave

Joining bonus £2,000

Completion bonus £2,400

Accommodation allowance £200/mo

Job summary

National Grid is offering a Graduate Technology Engineer position in Warwick, combining infrastructure and network engineering. You will work with experienced engineers on real projects, gaining hands-on experience in cloud, automation and networking, while developing core engineering skills.

The 18-month programme includes three 6-month placements across the UK, mentoring, and a clear path to a permanent role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 in Computer Science, Computer Networks, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a closely related technical degree discipline.
• Some experience of coding, scripting or automation.
• Passion for technology and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and improve infrastructure or network services in National Grid's IT environment.
• Configure, test and implement infrastructure or network solutions.
• Create and execute test plans for performance, resilience, security and reliability.
• Develop automation and scripting to improve efficiency.
• Produce technical documentation including designs and configurations.
• Investigate issues and support delivery of technology changes.
• Gain experience with cloud platforms, networking, virtualization and enterprise services.

Skills

Coding experience

Scripting

Automation

Cloud computing

Networking

Education

Bachelor's degree 2:2 in CS/Networks/IT

Job description

About the Position

Our IT & Digital function is using new and disruptive technologies to help improve how we do our job - through cloud computing, artificial intelligence or machine learning to name just a few. From IT support to data, security to new technologies, we partner with the business to achieve our overall vision to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future.

Within IT&D, the Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) team run and evolve the foundational IT infrastructure of National Grid - operating, securing and continuously improving the platforms, networks and services the business relies on. I&O brings together cloud, networks, workplace, reliability engineering and operations to ensure services are resilient, performant and trusted, while enabling the pace and scale of change required by the energy transition. We move beyond traditional run operations by embedding engineering, automation and observability into everything we do.

As a Graduate Technology Engineer, you'll begin your career in either Infrastructure or Network Engineering, helping to design, build and support the technology that underpins National Grid's IT services. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands‑on experience across areas such as cloud computing, networking, automation, virtualisation and end‑user technologies, developing the technical skills needed to deliver reliable, secure and resilient digital services. Through real engineering projects, mentoring and structured development, you'll build a strong foundation for a career in enterprise technology engineering.

What You'll Do

You’ll work with experienced engineers to design, build and improve the infrastructure and network services that support National Grid's operations.

• Contribute to the design, configuration, testing and implementation of infrastructure or network solutions.
• Build and configure technology components in development and test environments using engineering standards and best practices.
• Create and execute test plans, helping to validate performance, resilience, security and reliability.
• Develop automation and scripting skills to improve consistency, efficiency and operational performance.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including designs, configurations, diagrams and implementation records.
• Work with engineers to investigate issues, evaluate technical options and support the delivery of technology changes.
• Gain experience with modern technologies including cloud platforms, networking, virtualisation, automation and enterprise infrastructure services while developing your engineering expertise.

What You'll Need to Apply

You’ll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Computer Science, Computer Networks, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a closely related technical degree discipline.

It doesn't matter when you graduated or whether you're currently studying towards your qualification. We're looking for graduates who enjoy solving technical problems, have some experience of coding, scripting or automation, and are keen to develop their engineering skills in a real‑world environment. Most importantly, you'll have a passion for technology, a willingness to learn and an interest in building secure, reliable and resilient technology solutions that support critical business operations.

Location

This role is based in National Grid House, Warwick and may offer flexible hybrid working, where possible. You'll be expected to attend your contractual office location at least three days per week so you'll need to live within a commutable distance of this office and travel occasionally as part of your role.

What You'll Get In Return

We are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,472 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.

As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long‑term career with National Grid.

Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:

• 26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.
• A competitive pension scheme.
• Access to flexible benefits, including cycle-to-work and holiday buy/sell schemes.
• The opportunity to participate in our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.
• You'll develop well‑rounded skills through practical experience.
• A £2,000 joining bonus upon starting the programme.
• A £2,400 payment upon successful completion of the programme.
• An accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month as you move around the business during placements.
• Additional annual leave when moving between placements, plus support with relocating your personal belongings.
• Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities, and volunteering opportunities to support your development.
• A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.

About the Graduate Programme

As you'll be joining our 18-month graduate programme, you'll have a tailored development pathway to support you as you develop a wide range of leadership, business, and technical skills. You'll attend in‑person and virtual development sessions throughout your programme to equip you with the essential skills required, as you begin your career at National Grid. We're committed to the personal development of our colleagues so as well as the support from your line manager as you navigate your new role, you'll also have access to 1:1 coaching and a mentor, from a previous cohort to help you transition from campus to corporate life.

All graduates complete the core development programme to develop key skills such as how to make an impact, giving feedback and presentation skills. Aligned to our IT & Digital pathway you'll develop your IT technical skills including AGILE and Scrum. You'll also gain important insights in engineering and electricity to help broaden your understanding of our business and industry.

We believe in the importance of getting as much on‑the‑job experience as possible and to do this, you will complete three 6-month placements, across the UK, designed to deepen your understanding of your speciality but to also broaden your knowledge of our business. At the end of your 18-month programme you'll return to your initial placement area to kickstart your career.

About National Grid

National Grid is the UK's critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity network and infrastructure that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across England and Wales.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving apprentices, undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands‑on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

National Grid's Early Careers opportunities in the UK are open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship.

Please be aware that it's your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as we're not able to provide advice on this. For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

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