Power Systems Engineer Higher Apprentice - Warwick

National Grid plc; Warwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

Power Systems Engineer Higher Apprentice - Warwick

Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA

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Requisition Number: 60917

Department: Higher Apprenticeship Programme

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This role is based within our Customer Connections Team, connecting customers such as data centres, battery storage projects, offshore wind farms, transport networks, and solar farms to the electricity transmission network.

During your time on the programme, a significant part of your training will involve our specialised power system simulation software to:

• Analyse new generation, demand, and interconnectors to design network upgrades.
• Understand the impact of these changes on overall system performance.
• Ensure the transmission network is planned to acceptable and safe limits by comparing results with relevant industry standards.
• Simulate events such as faults and outages to observe network behavior under various conditions.
• Work alongside experienced engineers to identify technical issues and determine outcomes affecting the network.
• Perform calculations on real network and customer data.
• Provide technical insight to other roles.
• Collaborate to understand physical space constraints and customer priorities to formulate holistic designs.
• Get involved in innovative projects outside of business as usual.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels of the business.

Most of your training will be off-job learning, including studies at Loughborough College and National Grid training at our Centre of Excellence in Eakring.

During your on-job time, you’ll complete a series of work-based project tasks linked to your National Grid job role that will form part of your ‘end point assessment’ for the qualification.

Location

This role is based in our Warwick office, with opportunities to visit our substations throughout the apprenticeship and post-graduation to gain insight into our physical assets and the practicalities of operation.

About you

• GCSE in English Language AND in Math at Grade C or above (or equivalent).
• 2 A levels / A2: Grades A* - C (including Math) OR Level 3 BTEC National Certificate or T-level in an Engineering discipline at Grade Merit or Distinction.

No prior work experience is required; determination and a will to succeed are far more important. The role will provide you with a variety of skills, including transferable skills to support your career development within National Grid.

What you'll get

We offer a starting salary of £29,819.

As a first step in your career in the energy industry, our Higher Apprenticeship programmes are unique. You’ll gain insight into how we work at National Grid, understand career opportunities, and receive great rewards and benefits:

• Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Electrical Systems Engineering HTQ.
• 26 days annual leave + statutory holidays.
• Pension scheme and Sharesave options.
• Earn while you learn on our Apprenticeship Programme.
• Develop well-rounded skills through practical experience.

About National Grid

National Grid is at the heart of the energy future, with 30,000 colleagues strong. We don’t generate or sell energy; we connect it from A to B, ensuring power is available for everyone.

The world of energy is changing as we focus on building a cleaner, greener future. Working at National Grid means you’ll be shaping energy use for generations to come.

Our Values and Principles

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to our mission. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss any adjustments you require.

Further Information

You can only apply for one Apprenticeship opportunity during this recruitment cycle.

We recruit on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close vacancies based on application volume. Apply early to secure your desired place in the application process.

Assessment centres will be held between January - April 2025.

National Grid's Apprenticeship programme is open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria, including a valid right to work in the UK. Evidence of this will be required before starting the programme.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa requirements. Please explore avenues for working in the UK independently. For visa information, visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas.