National Grid
National Grid lies at the heart of a transforming energy system. Our business areas play a vital role in connecting millions of people to the energy they use, while continually seeking ways to make the energy system clean, fair, and affordable. In the UK we own and develop the high-voltage electricity transmission network in England and Wales, taking electricity from where it’s generated to where it’s needed. National Grid Electricity Distribution delivers electricity to over 20 million people across homes and businesses in the Midlands, South West England, and South Wales. In the US, we own and operate electricity and natural gas networks, serving over 20 million people across New York State and Massachusetts. National Grid Ventures operates across the UK, Europe, and the US, developing, operating, and investing in large-scale clean energy infrastructure. National Grid Partners invests in entrepreneurs at the intersection of energy and emerging tech, with capital, resources, connections, and know-how.
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Graduate Innovation Engineer, Customer & Network Development
National Grid
Warwick, UK
Researches emerging technologies, develops and trials innovative engineering solutions, and analyses technical data to improve transmission network performance, customer connections and the transition to cleaner energy.About the PositionWithin Customer and Network Development (CND), the Innovation team helps identify and develop new solutions that improve how customer connections are designed, developed and delivered. Working across the business and with external partners, the team researches emerging technologies, trials new approaches and supports the adoption of innovative solutions across the transmission network. Their work helps address engineering and operational challenges, improve customer outcomes and support the transition to a cleaner, more flexible energy system.As a Graduate Innovation Engineer, you'll help explore and develop innovative solutions that could improve how customer connections are designed, developed and delivered. Working alongside experienced engineering and innovation colleagues, you'll develop an understanding of the challenges facing the transmission network and how emerging technologies, engineering solutions and new ways of working can help address them. Through research, project delivery and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, you'll gain experience turning new ideas into practical solutions that deliver benefits for customers, the business and the wider energy system.What You'll DoYou'll help identify, develop and trial innovative solutions that support the future of the transmission network.Research emerging technologies and assess their potential to address engineering, operational and customer challenges.Support the development of innovation concepts and project proposals that could improve network performance, efficiency and customer outcomes.Contribute to innovation trials, demonstrations and pilot projects, helping evaluate the effectiveness of new technologies and approaches.Gather and analyse technical and operational data to assess the performance, benefits and limitations of proposed solutions.Explore the costs, risks, benefits and practical considerations associated with innovative technologies and ways of working.Prepare technical reports, presentations and recommendations that support informed decision-making.Work collaboratively with engineering, commercial, customer and project delivery teams, as well as external partners, suppliers and technology organisations.Share learning from innovation projects and help promote innovative thinking across the business.What You'll Need to ApplyYou'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Energy Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering.It doesn't matter when you graduated or whether you're currently studying towards your qualification. We're looking for graduates with an interest in innovation, emerging technology and the energy transition, who enjoy solving problems and exploring new ideas. You'll be curious about how new technologies can improve the transmission network, comfortable working with technical information and eager to develop your technical, analytical and project-delivery skills in a real-world engineering environment.You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your rotations in order to carry out the requirments of this role you'll need to travel to sites, offices and our training centres.To be eligible for this role, you must currently live within a 60-minute driving commute of CV34 6DA and be able to commute from your existing primary residence. Relocation to meet this requirement is not permitted.As part of your application, you'll be asked to confirm that you meet this requirement and provide the postcode of your current primary residence. This information will be used to assess your eligibility.What You'll Get In ReturnWe are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,472 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long-term career with National Grid.Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.A competitive pension scheme.Access to flexible benefits, including cycle-to-work and holiday buy/sell schemes.The opportunity to participate in our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience.A £2,000 joining bonus upon starting the programme.A £2,400 payment upon successful completion of the programme.An accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month as you move around the business during placements.Additional annual leave when moving between placements, plus support with relocating your personal belongings.Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities, and volunteering opportunities to support your development.A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.
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Graduate Regulatory Analyst, Electricity Distribution
National Grid
Bristol, UK
Researches and analyses energy industry regulations, policy changes and commercial developments, supporting regulatory reporting, stakeholder engagement and strategic decision-making for the electricity distribution network.About the PositionWe’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses. National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.As a Graduate Regulatory Analyst, you'll join the Distribution System Operator (DSO) team within National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), helping to shape the future of the electricity network as the energy sector evolves. You'll gain hands-on experience understanding the regulatory, commercial and policy landscape that influences how the DSO operates, working with colleagues across NGED and the wider National Grid business to help identify risks, opportunities and future priorities. Through structured training, real project work and stakeholder engagement, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to support strategic decision-making in a highly regulated environment.What You'll DoYou'll help the DSO understand and respond to regulatory changes that shape the future of the electricity distribution network.Develop an understanding of the regulatory, commercial and policy environment in which the DSO operates.Research and analyse industry developments, using horizon scanning to identify emerging risks, opportunities and regulatory changes.Work with colleagues across the DSO, NGED and National Grid Group to help identify opportunities to generate value from the regulatory framework.Support the development of the DSO's position on key industry reform programmes and regulatory initiatives.Contribute to responses to regulatory consultations, coordinating input from a range of internal stakeholders.Help prepare briefing materials, presentations and key messages for engagement with Ofgem and other external stakeholders.Support regulatory reporting and governance activities while building strong relationships across the business.What You'll Need to ApplyYou'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Economics, Maths or Business/Regulatory related degree discipline. It doesn’t matter when you graduated or if you are currently working towards your qualification. We just need you to be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting.We're looking for graduates who are interested in the energy sector and the regulatory environment in which it operates, with a curiosity for understanding the bigger picture and identifying risks and opportunities. You'll enjoy analysing information, developing insights from data and working with a wide range of stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.What You'll Get In ReturnWe are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,289 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long-term career with National Grid.Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.A competitive pension scheme.Access to flexible benefits, including cycle-to-work and holiday buy/sell schemes.The opportunity to participate in our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience.A £2,000 joining bonus upon starting the programme.A £2,400 payment upon successful completion of the programme.An accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month as you move around the business during placements.Additional annual leave when moving between placements, plus support with relocating your personal belongings.Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities, and volunteering opportunities to support your development.A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.
Posted today
Graduate Innovation Engineer, Customer & Network Development
National Grid
Warwick, UK
Researches emerging technologies, develops and trials innovative engineering solutions, and analyses technical data to improve transmission network performance, customer connections and the transition to cleaner energy.About the PositionWithin Customer and Network Development (CND), the Innovation team helps identify and develop new solutions that improve how customer connections are designed, developed and delivered. Working across the business and with external partners, the team researches emerging technologies, trials new approaches and supports the adoption of innovative solutions across the transmission network. Their work helps address engineering and operational challenges, improve customer outcomes and support the transition to a cleaner, more flexible energy system.As a Graduate Innovation Engineer, you'll help explore and develop innovative solutions that could improve how customer connections are designed, developed and delivered. Working alongside experienced engineering and innovation colleagues, you'll develop an understanding of the challenges facing the transmission network and how emerging technologies, engineering solutions and new ways of working can help address them. Through research, project delivery and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, you'll gain experience turning new ideas into practical solutions that deliver benefits for customers, the business and the wider energy system.What You'll DoYou'll help identify, develop and trial innovative solutions that support the future of the transmission network.Research emerging technologies and assess their potential to address engineering, operational and customer challenges.Support the development of innovation concepts and project proposals that could improve network performance, efficiency and customer outcomes.Contribute to innovation trials, demonstrations and pilot projects, helping evaluate the effectiveness of new technologies and approaches.Gather and analyse technical and operational data to assess the performance, benefits and limitations of proposed solutions.Explore the costs, risks, benefits and practical considerations associated with innovative technologies and ways of working.Prepare technical reports, presentations and recommendations that support informed decision-making.Work collaboratively with engineering, commercial, customer and project delivery teams, as well as external partners, suppliers and technology organisations.Share learning from innovation projects and help promote innovative thinking across the business.What You'll Need to ApplyYou'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Energy Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering.It doesn't matter when you graduated or whether you're currently studying towards your qualification. We're looking for graduates with an interest in innovation, emerging technology and the energy transition, who enjoy solving problems and exploring new ideas. You'll be curious about how new technologies can improve the transmission network, comfortable working with technical information and eager to develop your technical, analytical and project-delivery skills in a real-world engineering environment.You’ll need flexibility to travel within role and throughout your rotations in order to carry out the requirments of this role you'll need to travel to sites, offices and our training centres.To be eligible for this role, you must currently live within a 60-minute driving commute of CV34 6DA and be able to commute from your existing primary residence. Relocation to meet this requirement is not permitted.As part of your application, you'll be asked to confirm that you meet this requirement and provide the postcode of your current primary residence. This information will be used to assess your eligibility.What You'll Get In ReturnWe are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,472 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long-term career with National Grid.Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.A competitive pension scheme.Access to flexible benefits, including cycle-to-work and holiday buy/sell schemes.The opportunity to participate in our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience.A £2,000 joining bonus upon starting the programme.A £2,400 payment upon successful completion of the programme.An accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month as you move around the business during placements.Additional annual leave when moving between placements, plus support with relocating your personal belongings.Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities, and volunteering opportunities to support your development.A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.
Posted today
Graduate Regulatory Analyst, Electricity Distribution
National Grid
Bristol, UK
Researches and analyses energy industry regulations, policy changes and commercial developments, supporting regulatory reporting, stakeholder engagement and strategic decision-making for the electricity distribution network.About the PositionWe’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses. National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.As a Graduate Regulatory Analyst, you'll join the Distribution System Operator (DSO) team within National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), helping to shape the future of the electricity network as the energy sector evolves. You'll gain hands-on experience understanding the regulatory, commercial and policy landscape that influences how the DSO operates, working with colleagues across NGED and the wider National Grid business to help identify risks, opportunities and future priorities. Through structured training, real project work and stakeholder engagement, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to support strategic decision-making in a highly regulated environment.What You'll DoYou'll help the DSO understand and respond to regulatory changes that shape the future of the electricity distribution network.Develop an understanding of the regulatory, commercial and policy environment in which the DSO operates.Research and analyse industry developments, using horizon scanning to identify emerging risks, opportunities and regulatory changes.Work with colleagues across the DSO, NGED and National Grid Group to help identify opportunities to generate value from the regulatory framework.Support the development of the DSO's position on key industry reform programmes and regulatory initiatives.Contribute to responses to regulatory consultations, coordinating input from a range of internal stakeholders.Help prepare briefing materials, presentations and key messages for engagement with Ofgem and other external stakeholders.Support regulatory reporting and governance activities while building strong relationships across the business.What You'll Need to ApplyYou'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Economics, Maths or Business/Regulatory related degree discipline. It doesn’t matter when you graduated or if you are currently working towards your qualification. We just need you to be eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting.We're looking for graduates who are interested in the energy sector and the regulatory environment in which it operates, with a curiosity for understanding the bigger picture and identifying risks and opportunities. You'll enjoy analysing information, developing insights from data and working with a wide range of stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.What You'll Get In ReturnWe are proud to offer a starting salary of £38,289 with annual salary increases throughout the programme.As a first step in your career within the energy industry, our Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills, gain valuable experience, and build a long-term career with National Grid.Alongside a tailored development programme designed to power your career at National Grid, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic rewards and benefits, including:26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.A competitive pension scheme.Access to flexible benefits, including cycle-to-work and holiday buy/sell schemes.The opportunity to participate in our Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.You’ll develop well-rounded skills through practical experience.A £2,000 joining bonus upon starting the programme.A £2,400 payment upon successful completion of the programme.An accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month as you move around the business during placements.Additional annual leave when moving between placements, plus support with relocating your personal belongings.Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities, and volunteering opportunities to support your development.A permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion of the programme.
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