Substation Design Apprentice - HTQ in Power Systems

National Grid Plc; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HTQ in Power Systems Engineering

23 days annual leave during training (

Pension and Sharesave

Job summary

National Grid is seeking apprentices for a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering based at the Bristol depot. You will rotate through training centres, gain hands-on design and field experience, and study for an HTQ.

The programme runs around three years with structured learning, block-release study, and placements across depots. Starting salary is £28,137 with annual increases during the programme; Year 2 £37,465, Year 3 £45,492, completion £55,835.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Travel to National Grid depots and locations for placements.
• Mathematics Diagnostic Test at the start of the higher qualification.
• DBS check and evidence of qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing electrical substations and control systems up to 132kV.
• Produce engineering drawings, specifications, schedules and project docs.
• Complete a structured three-year higher apprenticeship programme.
• Undertake placements across National Grid depots and observe projects.
• Attend induction at Taunton or Tipton; study HTQ in Power Systems Engineering.
• Work with engineers to support network investment, maintenance and connections.
• Balance role with block-release study; accommodation and travel costs provided.
• Progress toward a Design Engineer role with field and office experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Willing to learn

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

A-Levels (Maths/Engineering/Physics)

HNC/HND in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical

Degree in Maths/Physics/Engineering

Job description

National Grid is seeking apprentices for a Higher Apprenticeship in Power Systems Engineering based at the Bristol depot. You will rotate through training centres, gain hands-on design and field experience, and study for an HTQ.

The programme runs around three years with structured learning, block-release study, and placements across depots. Starting salary is £28,137 with annual increases during the programme; Year 2 £37,465, Year 3 £45,492, completion £55,835.