Graduate Development Program, Associate

About the Position

Interested in helping shape the future of the electric grid? As an Associate Engineer on the Transmission Planning Modeling team, you'll help develop and maintain the power system models used to evaluate grid reliability, support generation interconnections, and plan future transmission investments across New England. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience in power system modeling, transmission planning, and electric grid operations while contributing to studies that help ensure a safe, reliable, and resilient energy network.

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain transmission planning models used to evaluate system reliability and future grid needs. Update planning cases to reflect transmission projects, generation interconnections, load forecast changes, and system modifications. Perform model validation and quality assurance reviews to ensure planning data accurately represents the transmission system. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and asset management teams to gather, verify, and maintain system information. Support transmission planning studies, including power flow, short-circuit, and system performance analyses. Assist with regional planning activities, planning case documentation, and compliance with industry reliability standards.

What You'll Need to Apply

Bachelor or Master's in Electrical Engineering degree from an accredited institution. Coursework, internship, co-op, or project experience related to power systems engineering. Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027 Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027 Work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States (such as sponsorship for an H-1B, TN, O, L, STEM OPT, or other employment-based work authorization)

It would be awesome if you had

Exposure to power system modeling or analysis software through coursework, research, internships, or projects. Experience working with technical data sets and presenting findings or recommendations.

What You'll Get in Return

Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid Competitive salary ranging from $101,000... For full info follow application link.

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