HVDC Commissioning Engineer Apprentice

National Grid Plc; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Holiday buy/sell

Sharesave

Job summary

National Grid is offering a Higher Apprenticeship in HVDC Engineering based in Warwick with hybrid working. The role includes commissioning, testing and operation of HVDC systems, with training at Loughborough College and Eakring Training Centre.

You’ll progress through a Level 4 Electrical Power Networks Engineer Apprenticeship over 30 months, combining study, workplace experience and end‑point assessment. Starting salary is £32,876 with annual increases.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grade C/4 or above with English and Maths.
• Two A Levels with at least one in Maths or Physics (A-C).
• BTEC Level 3 Nat Cert in Electrical/Electronic Eng or Eng with Maths modules.
• HNC/HND in Electrical, Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support the commissioning, testing and operation of HVDC systems and infra.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors and multidisciplinary teams on transmission projects.
• Analyse technical information and data to support delivery and decisions.
• Identify and resolve engineering issues ensuring safe operation of power systems.
• Gain hands-on project experience through practical assignments.

Skills

Driving licence

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (C/4)

A Levels (Maths or Physics)

BTEC Level 3 Nat Cert in Electrical/Electronic Eng

HNC/HND in Electrical/Mechanical Eng

Job description

National Grid is offering a Higher Apprenticeship in HVDC Engineering based in Warwick with hybrid working. The role includes commissioning, testing and operation of HVDC systems, with training at Loughborough College and Eakring Training Centre.

You’ll progress through a Level 4 Electrical Power Networks Engineer Apprenticeship over 30 months, combining study, workplace experience and end‑point assessment. Starting salary is £32,876 with annual increases.