Higher Apprenticeship: Power Systems Design Engineer

National Grid Plc; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HTQ qualification in Power Systems Eng

23 days annual leave

Pension with double match

Sharesave options

Fully funded qualification

Permanent position on completion

Job summary

National Grid is seeking apprentices to join the Network Services team in Cardiff. You will design substation concepts, produce technical documents, and complete a comprehensive training programme with placements across depots. The start date is September 2027, with a structured induction and travel support.

Alongside paid learning, you will gain a Higher Technical Qualification in Power Systems Engineering and have a clear path to a permanent design engineer role upon successful completion.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) required.
• Two A-Levels at grade A*-C, one of Maths/Engineering/Electronics/Physics.
• OR HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
• OR Degree in Maths, Physics, Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of electrical substations and control systems up to 132kV.
• Produce and develop drawings, specs, schedules and project documentation under guidance.
• Complete a structured training programme with classroom and on-the-job learning.
• Undertake placements across National Grid's operational areas.
• Initial 10-12 week induction at a Training Centre in Taunton or Tipton.
• Work with engineers to support network investment, asset replacement and maintenance.
• Study towards a higher-level qualification, with block-release training and travel covered by National Grid.
• Apply learning in office and practical environments to progress to a Design Engineer.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

A-Levels

HNC/HND

Degree in Maths/Physics/Engineering

Job description

National Grid is seeking apprentices to join the Network Services team in Cardiff. You will design substation concepts, produce technical documents, and complete a comprehensive training programme with placements across depots. The start date is September 2027, with a structured induction and travel support.

Alongside paid learning, you will gain a Higher Technical Qualification in Power Systems Engineering and have a clear path to a permanent design engineer role upon successful completion.