Graduate Development Program, Associate Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

At National Grid, we’re Superpowered

The world of energy is changing faster than ever. At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that.

We’re dreamers, big-thinkers, innovators, and builders. We’re shaping the current, to change the future. We know that a clean, fair, and affordable energy future is in our hands.

So, we explore with energy, with innovation and technology powering our progress, and helping us to find a better way to deliver energy to all National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen inspiring us, giving us time to recharge and providing a safety net on tougher days.

But it’s our people that provide our true superpower. They drive and sustain our growth, their unique differences only making us stronger.

So join us, and power the future of energy. Find what makes you Superpowered.

Find your superpower with the Graduate Development Program

National Grid’s Graduate Development Program (GDP) is a year-long development program for recent college graduates who aspire to take on future leadership roles in a dynamic, ever-changing industry.

Graduates will shape the future of National Grid. Bringing fresh thinking, new perspectives, and exploring with energy, we’ll give you real responsibility and an opportunity to move with purpose from day one putting the power to supercharge your career in your hands.

Graduates start their careers at National Grid with an in-depth 3-week in-person Orientation which gives you exposure to all parts of the company, allows you to network with your Graduate cohort, GDP alumni, and senior leaders, and provides you with the opportunity to travel throughout our service territory in the northeast US.

Following Orientation, you’ll begin working in full-time position outlined below and take part in ongoing development activities including quarterly development sessions, active mentorship, and a Hackathon Project.

About the Position

As an Associate Engineer, you will be a part of a team supporting power plant operations that provides power to over 1.4 million people! You will gain valuable exposure to different systems (electrical, mechanical controls, computer automation systems) and projects that play a critical role in keeping the power on.

You will also be a part of mentorship program that will provide you fantastic insights on other plants and generation assets, while developing a diverse network and increasing your overall learning.

This is an on-site role (5 days a week) with limited travel.

What You’ll Do

You will have the opportunity to learn and support many areas in power plant operations, you will :

• Investigate system performance problems and with Engineering, develop system modifications as needed.
• Interface with other company departments as well as external contractors and vendors in the performance of plant operations and maintenance.
• Conduct equipment tests, analyze the results, and prepare recommendations for corrective actions.
• Oversee company or contractor work force in the performance of plant modifications, maintenance, and repairs.
• Monitor all plant operating and environmental conditions through regular inspections and review of logs.
• Be on call on a regular scheduled basis during weekends and off hours to respond to plant contingencies.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Marine Engineering from an accredited institution
• Graduated between May 2024 and June 2025
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 2, 2025 or July 7, 2025
• Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy
• 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

• Previous experience with Maximo or SAP
• Previous experience with field work

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Salary Range

Northport, New York $98,000 - $116,000 a year