2026 Primary Network Design Engineer Graduate, Electricity Distribution
National Grid
A global utility company focused on energy infrastructure and distribution.
Graduate engineer designing and supporting electricity distribution network projects.
7 days ago ago
£36,640 - £36,640
Entry-level
Full Time
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
23,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Technical Services
Consulting
Design
Operations and Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Electricity Transmission
Electricity Distribution
Gas Transmission
Gas Distribution
Hydrogen Transmission
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Infrastructure
Role
Description
Technical Support: Assist with design issues such as generator connections, power quality (PQ), major replacement schemes, and earthing systems.
Industry Collaboration: Gain insight into managing key relationships with ESO and NGET for network interface issues, joint technical planning, and contractual processes.
Customer Engagement: Support the preparation of connection offers, feasibility studies, and budget estimates, while liaising with customers on their connection requirements.
Connections & Optioneering: Learn how new demand and generation connections are assessed and designed, and how these integrate into future reinforcement strategies.
Network Design & Reinforcement: Explore the design of network reinforcement schemes, production of capital sanctions, and compliance assessments for new connections.
Innovation & Future Development: Contribute to strategies for LFDD (Low Frequency Demand Disconnection) and ANM (Active Network Management) implementation.
Network Compliance & Strategy: Understand how NGED ensures compliance with Distribution Licence conditions, balancing short-term requirements with long-term strategic development of the network.
Requirements
Benefits
£2,400 payment on successful completion of the programme
Up to £200 per month accommodation allowance as you move around the business, and additional annual leave for when you move between placements plus assistance with moving personal belongings
Other benefits include pension and share-option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback & volunteering opportunities.
26 days holiday
£2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
assessment centres will be held between november and april 2026.
Visa Sponsorship
national grid generally cannot offer sponsorship; applicants must already have the legal right to work in the uk.
in exceptional cases where specialist skills cannot be sourced locally, sponsorship may be considered.