Graduate Innovation Engineer, Customer & Network Development, Warwick

Within Customer and Network Development (CND), the Innovation team identifies and develops new solutions to improve how customer connections are designed, developed and delivered. The team researches emerging technologies, trials new approaches and supports the adoption of innovative solutions across the transmission network, addressing engineering and operational challenges, improving customer outcomes and supporting the transition to a cleaner, more flexible energy system.

As a Graduate Innovation Engineer, you will explore and develop innovative solutions that could improve how customer connections are designed, developed and delivered. Working alongside experienced colleagues, you will gain 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 will gain experience turning new ideas into practical solutions.

What You'll Do

• 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.
• Contribute to innovation trials, demonstrations and pilot projects.
• Gather and analyse technical and operational data.
• Explore the costs, risks, benefits and practical considerations associated with innovative technologies.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, commercial, customer and project delivery teams, as well as external partners.
• Share learning from innovation projects and promote innovative thinking.

What You'll Need to Apply

• A minimum 2:2 in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Energy Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering.
• Interest in innovation, emerging technology and the energy transition.
• Enjoy solving problems and exploring new ideas.
• Curiosity about how new technologies can improve the transmission network.
• Comfort working with technical information.
• Eagerness to develop technical, analytical and project-delivery skills.
• A full, valid UK driving licence no later than 27th August 2027.
• Flexibility to travel within role and throughout rotations.
• Must currently live within a 60-minute driving commute of Warwick (CV34 6DA). Relocation to meet this requirement is not permitted.

What You'll Get In Return

• Starting salary of £38,472 with annual increases.
• 18-month graduate programme with a tailored development pathway.
• 26 days' annual leave, plus statutory holidays.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Access to flexible benefits (cycle-to-work, holiday buy/sell).
• Opportunity to participate in Sharesave and Share Incentive Plans.
• £2,000 joining bonus.
• £2,400 payment upon successful completion.
• Accommodation allowance of up to £200 per month during placements.
• Additional annual leave and relocation support when moving between placements.
• Dedicated mentoring, regular feedback, networking opportunities.
• Permanent role with National Grid upon successful completion.

About the Graduate Programme

This 18-month programme offers a tailored development pathway to build leadership, business, and technical skills. You will attend in-person and virtual development sessions, receive 1:1 coaching and have a mentor. You will complete three 6-month placements across the UK. Upon successful completion, you will return to your initial placement area to kickstart your career.

About National Grid

National Grid is the UK’s critical energy infrastructure company. We are investing in the next generation of talent, giving graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that matters.