Graduate Development Program, Associate Engineer, Software 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.

Long 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.

Information Technology and Digital Graduate Rotations

Graduates in our IT & Digital team will take part in an 18-month exploration. Your first 6-months will be in the role outlined below and you will return to this role following two broadening 6-month placements designed to provide you a breadth of experience within your functional area and accelerate your progression at National Grid.

These placements will provide you with the opportunity to solve complex problems and focus on growth that will transform the energy sector as we know it.

About the Position

As an Associate Engineer, you will be involved in the product development process from ideation to launch, working closely with software engineers, product owners and key stakeholders across the organization to deliver the best digital experiences for our users.

You will actively contribute to the success of the team by innovating, participating in technical discussions, and contributing to the development of products that will transform the organization.

This is a hybrid role with 1 day per month in the office.

What You'll Do

• Displays appropriate problem-solving & critical thinking skills.
• Understands basic flow of data through their applications.
• Develop functionality using APEX on Salesforce platform
• Basic proficiency with version control systems.
• Asks clarifying questions of more senior engineers as appropriate to complete work.
• Starting to gain competence in Salesforce APEX programming language
• Works to improve technical skills by seeking team guidance on technical approach before starting tasks.
• Identifies most efficient way to complete assigned tasks. Escalates when blocked.
• With their managers help, sets development goals & holds self-accountable for progress.
• Asks questions about motivation for work and works to build an understanding of how the work fits in with the larger systems.
• Ensures assigned tasks contribute to teams core objectives.
• Discusses technical challenges with other engineers on the team, with the goal of contributing to the engineering roadmap

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science or related degree from an accredited institution
• Graduated between May 2024 and June 2025
• Good technical concept of object oriented programming using C++ Java.
• 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
• Applicants for the Graduate Development Program must have 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

Experience with Java, C++, or Salesforce APEX

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Salary Range

Waltham, Massachusetts $81,000 - $90,000 a year