Graduate Overhead Line

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National Grid is at the heart of the UK energy network keeping people connected and society moving. We develop, own and maintain the physical infrastructure, such as pylons and cables needed to move the electricity generated from windfarms and power sources around the country. Every time a phone is plugged in, or a switch is turned on, we’ve played a part, connecting you to the electricity you need - and we’re leading the transformation towards a greener future, dreaming bigger to bring a more affordable energy future to everyone.

But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us greater. But it’s no small feat – and we need the best to join us in our mission. So, join us and power the future of energy.

Title : Overhead Line Condition Monitoring Engineer, Electricity Transmission Asset Operations
Location : GB
Division : Operational Competency
Job Function : Engineering

Title : Graduate Overhead Line Safety and Engineer Zonal Support, Electricity Transmission Asset Operations

Location : GB
Division : Operational Competency
Job Function : Engineering

Title : Graduate Civil Engineer, Electricity Distribution

Location : Derby, GB, DE24 8EJ
Job Function : Engineering


Title : Graduate Civil Engineer, Electricity Distribution

Location : Tipton, GB, DY4 0HH
Job Function : Engineering

Title : Graduate Civil Engineer, Electricity Distribution

Location : Swansea, GB, SA7 0AB
Job Function : Engineering


Title : Graduate Electrical Engineer, Electricity Distribution

Location : Hinckley, GB, LE10 3EQ
Job Function : Engineering


Title : Graduate Electrical Engineer - Electricity Distribution

Location : Stoke‐On‐Trent, GB, ST4 2JA
Job Function : Engineering

Title : Graduate Electrical Engineer - Electricity Distribution

Location : Exeter, GB, EX2 7WP
Job Function : Engineering


Title : Graduate Power System Engineer, Electricity Transmission Infrastructure, Development & Delivery

Location : Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA
Division : Commercial, Stakeholder & Delivery Strategy
Job Function : Engineering

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