Power Systems Design Engineer Apprentice

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

Benefits offered by this job

HTQ in Power Systems Engineering

23 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Sharesave options

Earn while you learn

Permanent position after completion

Job summary

National Grid is recruiting for a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering based at Tipton. You will study towards a HTQ while gaining hands-on design experience on substations and control systems up to 132kV, alongside local engineering placements.

You will complete a three-year programme, attend induction at Taunton or Tipton, and earn while you learn with a starting salary of £28,137, with annual increases through the scheme.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Maths required.
• 2 A-Levels at grade A*-C with Maths/Engineering/Physics
• HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering or a Degree in STEM.

Responsibilities

• Support the design of electrical substations and control systems up to 132kV.
• Produce engineering drawings, specs 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.
• Attend induction at Taunton or Tipton (10–12 weeks).
• Work with engineers to support network investment and maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Resilience

Learning mindset

Problem solving

Education

GCSE English & Maths

A-Levels Maths/Engineering/Physics

HNC/HND or Degree in STEM

Job description

National Grid is recruiting for a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering based at Tipton. You will study towards a HTQ while gaining hands-on design experience on substations and control systems up to 132kV, alongside local engineering placements.

You will complete a three-year programme, attend induction at Taunton or Tipton, and earn while you learn with a starting salary of £28,137, with annual increases through the scheme.