Power Systems Design Engineer Apprentice | Earn While You Learn

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

Benefits offered by this job

HTQ qualification

23 days leave

Pension

Sharesave options

Earn while you learn

Permanent role

Job summary

National Grid invites applications for a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering. The role involves learning to design substations up to 132kV, with placements across NG locations, and a structured induction at Taunton or Tipton.

You will study towards a HTQ, progress through staged pay increases, and aim for a permanent position on successful completion. Eligible for UK right to work and DBS checks where required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support the design of electrical substations and systems up to 132kV.
• Produce engineering drawings, specifications, schedules and project docs under guidance.
• Undertake placements across National Grid depots and locations.
• Complete induction programme at training centres in Taunton or Tipton (10–12 weeks).
• Support delivery of network investment, asset replacement and maintenance projects.

Skills

Excellent communication

Resilient

Curious problem solver

Education

GCSE English Language

GCSE Maths

Two A-Levels (Maths/Engineering/Physics)

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Maths/Physics/Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

National Grid invites applications for a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering. The role involves learning to design substations up to 132kV, with placements across NG locations, and a structured induction at Taunton or Tipton.

You will study towards a HTQ, progress through staged pay increases, and aim for a permanent position on successful completion. Eligible for UK right to work and DBS checks where required.