HV Power Systems Apprentice — Control Engineer Trainee

National Grid Plc; Hemington; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HTQ in Power Systems Engineering

23 days annual leave

Pension and Sharesave

Earn while you learn

Fully funded qualification

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Castle Donington seeks a Trainee Control Engineer Higher Apprentice to support the real-time operation of the 132 kV distribution network and complete a structured HTQ-focused programme.

You will rotate through Protection, Switching, Transformer Maintenance, and other control-room areas, progressing toward a Shift Control Engineer role while gaining practical training with mentor support.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at A*-C / 9-4 or equivalent Level 2 Skills.
• Two A-Levels with Maths or an engineering/physics-related subject.
• A technical engineering qualification containing electrical modules.
• Consideration for HNC/HND in electrical/electronic or mechanical engineering.
• Ability to travel to multiple depots and work in a safety-conscious environment.

Responsibilities

• Support safe operation and control of HV network (up to 132 kV).
• Monitor real-time network performance to manage faults and outages.
• Collaborate with Control Centre teams, NG Transmission and authorities.
• Complete placements across Protection, Switching, Transformer Maintenance, and more.
• Record progress, prepare reports, and work toward Shift Control Engineer.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Education

GCSE English & Maths (A*-C / 9-4) or Level 2 Functional Skills

2 A-Levels (A*-C) incl Maths/Engineering/Physics/Electronics

Level 3+ qualification in Engineering with Electrical/Electronic modules

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Castle Donington seeks a Trainee Control Engineer Higher Apprentice to support the real-time operation of the 132 kV distribution network and complete a structured HTQ-focused programme.

You will rotate through Protection, Switching, Transformer Maintenance, and other control-room areas, progressing toward a Shift Control Engineer role while gaining practical training with mentor support.