Power Systems Control Engineer Apprentice

National Grid Plc; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HTQ in Power Systems Engineering

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Sharesave options

Earn while you learn

Job summary

National Grid is offering a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering, based at Pegasus Business Park, Castle Donington. The programme blends academic study with practical placements across Protection, Switching, Network Analysis and more, progressing toward a Shift Control Engineer.

The apprenticeship starts at £45,492 with annual increases to £63,949 on completion. It includes HTQ qualification, 23 days of annual leave, a competitive pension, Sharesave options, and supported mentoring

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths required (A*-C/9-4) or Level 2 Functional Skills.
• 2 A-Levels at grade A*-C, one of which must be Maths, Engineering, Electronics, or Physics.
• Level 3+ qualification in Engineering with Electrical/Electronic modules.
• HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
• Able to travel to National Grid depots; work in high-pressure environment; strong safety and collaborative working.
• DBS check and evidence of qualifications uploaded with application.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe operation of the HV network (up to 132kV) per rules.
• Monitor network performance in real time and manage faults/incidents.
• Collaborate with Control Centre teams and stakeholders on demand management and response.
• Complete placements across Protection, Operational Switching, Transformer Maintenance, Network Analysis, DSO Control Systems, Telecoms and Control Room operations.
• Maintain progression records, produce reports, and work with mentor toward Shift Control Engineer.

Skills

Communication skills

Resilience

Calm under pressure

Education

GCSE English & Maths

A-Levels including Maths/Engineering/Electronics/Physics

Engineering Level 3+ qualification

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

National Grid is offering a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering, based at Pegasus Business Park, Castle Donington. The programme blends academic study with practical placements across Protection, Switching, Network Analysis and more, progressing toward a Shift Control Engineer.

The apprenticeship starts at £45,492 with annual increases to £63,949 on completion. It includes HTQ qualification, 23 days of annual leave, a competitive pension, Sharesave options, and supported mentoring