Graduate Development Program, Associate Technology Engineer, Technology Engineering

National Grid Plc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Graduate Development Program

Job summary

National Grid Plc is seeking an Associate Technology Engineer to help build data and AI solutions across Electric and Gas businesses, clean energy initiatives, and customer operations.

The role offers two focus areas: Data Engineering or Salesforce AI Engineering, with placement based on qualifications and team needs. You will work with engineers, data professionals, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin National Grid GDP on June 7, 2027 or July 12, 2027.
• Work authorization in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Foundational programming experience in Python, Java, JavaScript, Apex, or PySpark.
• Strong SQL knowledge and understanding of data concepts.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain data pipelines, SQL queries, tables, views, notebooks, and workflows with Snowflake/Databricks/Python.
• Prepare reliable datasets for reporting, analytics, AI, and downstream users.
• Support Salesforce AI solutions including Agentforce, Prompt Builder, and basic Apex.
• Assist integrations between Salesforce, enterprise systems, external apps, and AI services via APIs.
• Test data pipelines and AI results for accuracy, security, and proper access.
• Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, Salesforce pros, product teams, and stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

PySpark

SQL

Git

Agile

Foundational AI

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related field

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Salesforce

APIs

JSON

Job description

About The Position

Are you ready to build technology that supports the future of energy? As an Associate Technology Engineer on the Technology Engineering team, you’ll help develop data and AI solutions that support National Grid’s Electric and Gas businesses, clean energy initiatives, customer experiences, and internal operations.

About The Position

Are you ready to build technology that supports the future of energy? As an Associate Technology Engineer on the Technology Engineering team, you’ll help develop data and AI solutions that support National Grid’s Electric and Gas businesses, clean energy initiatives, customer experiences, and internal operations.
This entry-level role has two potential focus areas: Data Engineering or Salesforce AI Engineering. Your assignment will be based on your qualifications, interests, and the needs of the team. No matter your focus, you’ll work alongside experienced engineers, developers, data professionals, architects, and business stakeholders to turn ideas into practical, secure, and reliable technology solutions.
In the Data Engineering focus area, you’ll help build data pipelines, prepare reliable datasets, and support analytics using tools such as Snowflake, Databricks, SQL, Python, and PySpark. In the Salesforce AI Engineering focus area, you’ll help develop AI-powered applications and workflows using Salesforce, Agentforce, Prompt Builder, APIs, and enterprise data. You may support solutions that improve customer service, sales productivity, clean energy programs, and business operations.
This role can be based in Waltham, MA, Northboro, MA, Syracuse, NY, or Buffalo, NY.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain data pipelines, SQL queries, tables, views, notebooks, and transformation workflows using tools such as Snowflake, Databricks, Python, and PySpark.
• Clean, standardize, model, and validate data from databases, files, APIs, Salesforce, and other business applications to create reliable datasets for reporting, analytics, AI, and downstream users.
• Help configure, develop, and test Salesforce AI solutions, including Agentforce agents, Prompt Builder templates, Salesforce Flows, and basic Apex components.
• Support integrations between Salesforce, enterprise systems, external applications, and AI services using APIs, JSON, and other data exchange methods.
• Test and evaluate data pipelines, AI-generated responses, workflows, and agent actions to confirm accuracy, reliability, security, appropriate escalation, and authorized system access.
• Collaborate with engineers, data scientists, Salesforce professionals, product teams, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, troubleshoot issues, document solutions, and support releases and continuous improvement.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Engineering, Data Science, or a related field from 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
• 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 programming experience in one or more languages, such as Python, Java, JavaScript, Apex, or PySpark.
• Strong foundational knowledge of SQL, including joins, aggregations, subqueries, or common table expressions.
• A basic understanding of databases, data warehousing, ETL/ELT concepts, APIs, JSON, and software development practices.
• Exposure to Snowflake, Databricks, Salesforce, or similar platforms through coursework, training, internships, certifications, or projects.
• A foundational understanding of generative AI, including prompts, model limitations, data grounding, and the importance of evaluating AI outputs.
• Familiarity with Git, version control, testing, or Agile development practices.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, organization, and troubleshooting skills.
• The ability to learn new tools, work with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and incorporate feedback.

It would be awesome if you had

• 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

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 $65,000 to $86,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Financial support for your future through up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement benefits of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies
• The opportunity to help create the data, software, and AI capabilities that support National Grid’s energy operations, customer experiences, clean energy goals, and digital transformation.

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 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 mentoring, and an intensive and immersive “Hackathon Project” where you “hack” a real‑world National Grid problem.

GDP Information Technology & Digital Rotations

In IT & D, we’re working at the heart of change and harnessing the power of technology to build a cleaner, fairer