Graduate Development Program, Associate Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

National Grid Plc; City of Syracuse (NY); Presencial; USD 91.000 - 106.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive salary

Resumo da vaga

National Grid invites graduates to join the Graduate Development Program as an Associate Engineer in Electrical Planning and Design. You will contribute to designing and planning electric infrastructure, collaborating with engineers across teams, and supporting projects from conception to operation.

Positions are available in Albany, Syracuse, or Buffalo, NY. You’ll gain hands-on experience with mentorship, training, and potential rotations across asset management and operations, with travel as

Qualificações

• ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree required or imminent
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027 for GDP program
• Ability to start National Grid GDP on June 7, 2027 or July 12, 2027
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving history
• Work authorization in the US without visa sponsorship now or in the future
• Foundational knowledge of electrical systems and design codes

Responsabilidades

• Support development and maintenance of engineering standards and design practices for transmission, distribution, substations, and controls.
• Assist with transmission and distribution planning, protection, and system studies, including data collection and analysis.
• Prepare engineering deliverables for substation, transmission, and distribution projects.
• Assist asset management activities for transmission and distribution equipment.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to define requirements and deliver projects.
• Apply engineering principles safely and in accordance with codes and procedures.
• Organize tasks and resources to ensure on-time, accurate delivery.
• Develop skills through mentorship, training, and project involvement during emergencies

Conhecimentos

Electrical design foundations

Strong problem-solving

Analytical communication

Team collaboration

Formação

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da vaga

Graduate Development Program, Associate Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

About the Position

Are you ready to start your electrical engineering career and help shape the future of the electric grid? As an Associate Engineer in Electrical Planning and Design, you’ll support projects that help keep electric service safe, reliable, and ready for what’s next.

This entry-level opportunity is part of National Grid’s Electric Engineering and Asset Management organization. Your specific placement will be determined based on business needs, your interests, and your qualifications. Potential focus areas include electrical design, protection and controls, telecommunications, system planning, engineering standards, work methods, and asset management.

You’ll work with experienced engineers and collaborate with teams across engineering, operations, construction, asset management, and external partners. This is a great opportunity to build technical skills, work on real-world electric infrastructure projects, and gain a broad understanding of how the electric system is planned, designed, and maintained.

This role can be based in Albany, Syracuse, or Buffalo, NY. Occasional travel, including overnight travel, may be required based on business needs. Off-hours engineering and operations support may also be required during emergency events.

What You'll Do

• Support the development and maintenance of engineering standards, design practices, and work methods for transmission, distribution, substations, telecommunications, protection, and controls.
• Perform or assist with transmission and distribution planning, protection, and system studies, including data collection, analysis, calculations, and documentation.
• Support the design of electrical systems and technical solutions by preparing engineering deliverables for substation, transmission, and distribution projects.
• Assist with asset management activities for transmission and distribution equipment, including evaluating equipment condition, performance, and replacement needs.
• Work with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders to understand requirements, coordinate technical information, and support project delivery.
• Apply engineering principles to tasks of varying complexity while following applicable safety requirements, industry standards, codes, policies, and procedures.
• Organize project tasks, information, and resources to help ensure work is completed efficiently, accurately, and on schedule.
• Build your technical and professional skills through hands-on project work, mentorship, training, and opportunities to support engineering and operations during emergency events.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program at an accredited institution
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027
• Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy
• Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization)
• Foundational knowledge of electrical systems, engineering principles, industry standards, safety requirements, and electrical design codes.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with teams at different levels of the organization.

It would be awesome if you had

• Internship, co-op, academic project, laboratory, or work experience involving power systems, substations, transmission, distribution, protection and controls, telecommunications, system planning, or asset management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, or Access.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, particularly for candidates with fewer than four years of professional experience.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections
• Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid
• Competitive salary ranging from $91,000 to $106,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• The opportunity to support the planning, design, and long-term performance of the electric system serving communities across Upstate New York.
• The opportunity to explore different areas of electrical engineering while building a strong foundation for your career in the energy industry.

About the Graduate Development Program

National Grid’s Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates who aspire to take on future leadership roles in a dynamic, ever-changing industry. Graduates will shape the future of National Grid. Bringing fresh thinking, new perspectives, and exploring with energy, we’ll give you real responsibility and an opportunity to move with purpose from day one – putting the power to supercharge your career in your hands.

Graduates start their careers at National Grid with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation which gives you exposure to all parts of the company, allows you to network with your Graduate cohort, GDP alumni, and senior leaders, and provides you with the opportunity to travel throughout our service territory in the northeast US. Following Orientation, you’ll begin working in the full-time position outlined below and take part in robust in-person and virtual development activities throughout the year. This includes monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive and immersive “Hackathon Project” where you “hack” a real-world National Grid problem.

About National Grid

National Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands‑on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range
Syracuse, Albany, or Buffalo, NY $91,000 – $106,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please note US Colleagues must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. As a National Grid employee, you should also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.

Applications close on Tuesday, December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.

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National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.