National Grid Electricity Distribution

Trainee Design Engineer Higher Apprentice - Tipton

National Grid Electricity Distribution
Training Provider: NATIONAL GRID ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION (SOUTH WEST) PLC
Posted
11 December 2025
Closing Date
28 February 2026
Wage
£26,899 a year

Description

As a Trainee Design Engineer Higher Apprentice (office based) you will specialise in the design of substations energised at up to 132,000 volts, preparing detailed project-specific designs/drawings/specifications and schedules. These designs would relate to both the physical attributes of substations and also the control systems therein.

Key Information

Apprenticeship Level

Level 4 - Higher
Engineering and manufacturing - Electrical power networks engineer (level 4)

Working Hours

38 hours per week
Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm

Duration

36 Months
Start Date: 1 September 2026

Positions

1 position available
Disability Confident Employer

Skills Required

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingInitiativeAdventurousSafety awarenessResilient

Location

Toll End Road
Tipton
DY4 0HH

Application Details

Posted
11 December 2025
Closing Date
28 February 2026
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