2026 Graduate Data Engineer, Customer Network Development

Overview

Build and maintain data pipelines and models to support energy network planning.

Key Responsibilities

• tech exploration
• data modeling
• data pipelines
• automation
• data quality
• collaboration

Tasks

-Exploring new technologies and methodologies to enhance data capabilities. -Developing and maintaining data models and flows within our Data Fabric platform. -Contributing to the digital transformation of Customer Network Development and supporting National Grid’s journey to net zero. -Designing and building data pipelines to support infrastructure planning and customer connections. -Supporting the automation of data processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort. -Ensuring data quality, integrity, and accessibility across systems and platforms. -Collaborating with product teams, engineers, and analysts to understand data requirements and deliver scalable solutions. -Working with real-world energy and customer datasets to enable data-driven decision-making.

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Benefits

-£2,000 bonus, once joined and started on programme -Other benefits include pension and share-option schemes, Flexible Benefits, close mentorship and regular feedback & volunteering opportunities. -26 days holiday -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 -£2,400 payment on successful completion of the programme

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-assessment centres will be held between november and april 2026.

Visa Sponsorship

-sponsorship generally not offered; applicants must already have the right to work in the uk. -in exceptional cases, sponsorship may be considered for specialist skills that cannot be sourced locally.