Graduate Technology Engineer

Our IT & Digital function is using new and disruptive technologies to help improve how we do our job - through cloud computing, artificial intelligence or machine learning to name just a few. From IT support to data, security to new technologies, we partner with the business to achieve our overall vision to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future.

Within IT&D, the Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) team run and evolve the foundational IT infrastructure of National Grid - operating, securing and continuously improving the platforms, networks and services the business relies on. I&O brings together cloud, networks, workplace, reliability engineering and operations to ensure services are resilient, performant and trusted, while enabling the pace and scale of change required by the energy transition. We move beyond traditional run operations by embedding engineering, automation and observability into everything we do.

As a Graduate Technology Engineer, you'll begin your career in either Infrastructure or Network Engineering, helping to design, build and support the technology that underpins National Grid's IT services. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience across areas such as cloud computing, networking, automation, virtualisation and end-user technologies, developing the technical skills needed to deliver reliable, secure and resilient digital services. Through real engineering projects, mentoring and structured development, you'll build a strong foundation for a career in enterprise technology engineering.

You'll work with experienced engineers to design, build and improve the infrastructure and network services that support National Grid's operations.

• Contribute to the design, configuration, testing and implementation of infrastructure or network solutions.
• Build and configure technology components in development and test environments using engineering standards and best practices.
• Create and execute test plans, helping to validate performance, resilience, security and reliability.
• Develop automation and scripting skills to improve consistency, efficiency and operational performance.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, including designs, configurations, diagrams and implementation records.
• Work with engineers to investigate issues, evaluate technical options and support the delivery of technology changes.
• Gain experience with modern technologies including cloud platforms, networking, virtualisation, automation and enterprise infrastructure services while developing your engineering expertise.

You'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 in Computer Science, Computer Networks, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or a closely related technical degree discipline.

It doesn't matter when you graduated or whether you're currently studying towards your qualification. We're looking for graduates who enjoy solving technical problems, have some experience of coding, scripting or automation, and are keen to develop their engineering skills in a real-world environment. Most importantly, you'll have a passion for technology, a willingness to learn and an interest in building secure, reliable and resilient technology solutions that support critical business operations.

This role is based in National Grid House, Warwick and may offer flexible hybrid working, where possible. You'll be expected ot travel occasionally as part of your role.

As you'll be joining our 18-month graduate programme, you'll have a tailored development pathway to support you as you develop a wide range of leadership, business, and technical skills. You'll attend in-person and virtual development sessions throughout your programme to equip you with the essential skills required, as you begin your career at National Grid. We're committed to the personal development of our colleagues so as well as the support from your line manager as you navigate your new role, you'll also have access to 1:1 coaching and a mentor, from a previous cohort to help you transition from campus to corporate life.

All graduates complete the core development programme to develop key skills such as how to make an impact, giving feedback and presentation skills. Aligned to our IT & Digital pathway you'll develop your IT technical skills including AGILE and Scrum. You'll also gain important insights in engineering and electricity to help broaden your understanding of our business and industry.

We believe in the importance of getting as much on-the-job experience as possible and to do this, you will complete three 6-month placements, across the UK, designed to deepen your understanding of your speciality but to also broaden your knowledge of our business. At the end of your 18-month programme you'll return to your initial placement area to kickstart your career.

National Grid is the UK's critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity network and infrastructure that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across England and Wales.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving apprentices, undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

You can apply for only one opportunity across all Early Careers and Career Changer programmes. Before applying, pleaese carefully review all available programmes and choose the one that best matches your interests and career goals.

We recruit on a rolling basis across our Early Careers Roles. We may close our vacancies early once we have enough applications. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.

National Grid's Early Careers opportunities in the UK are open to all applicants who meet the eligibility criteria including an existing and valid right to work in the UK. As part of the application process this will need to be evidenced and verified before you can start the programme.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

Please be aware that it's your responsibility to explore avenues of working in the UK, as we're not able to provide advice on this. For information about visas please visit https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

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