Power System Engineer Higher Apprenticeship 2027

About the role

Build the Future of Energy with NESO: Higher Apprentice Programme ⚡️💡

Want to be part of something massive? Join NESO and help power Great Britain's cleaner, more secure energy future! We're the control centre for the nation's energy, making sure it flows today and planning for an awesome tomorrow. 🚀

As a Higher Apprentice, you're in from the get-go! Get paid to learn, build serious engineering skills, and earn qualifications with a team that's got your back. 🙌

What's in it for you?

• A 3-year program designed for YOU:
• Real-world training with our ace engineering teams 🧑‍🔧
• College study in the East Midlands (we'll sort travel!) 🚌
• Special NESO training to level up your skills 📈
• Work towards a Level 4 HTQ in Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) 🎓
• Maybe even a Level 5 HND to supercharge your career 🚀
• Experience in cool teams like System Operations, Strategic Planning, and more! 🗺️
• An epic week-long outdoor adventure to boost your professional skills! 🏕️

Your Mission:

As a Trainee Power System Engineer, you'll be shaping the energy network. You could be:

• Modelling future electricity challenges 📊
• Helping create energy system plans (onshore & offshore!) 🌐
• Checking out customer connection requests ✅
• Using smart tools to help make key engineering decisions 🧠

Nail this programme and you could land a permanent Power System Engineer role, working with the big players in energy! 🤝

The Perks:

• £30,000 annual salary 💰
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off! 🎉
• Welcome bonus to kick things off! 💸
• Bonus when you bag those qualifications! 🏆
• Travel & expenses covered for college ✈️
• Pension, flexible benefits, and hybrid working options (depending on business needs!) 💻
• A clear path for your career growth with hands-on experience and qualifications. ✨

What We Need from You:

We're not expecting you to be an expert, but you'll need to be:

• Reliable & Punctual: Show up ready to go! ⏰
• Proactive & Motivated: Own your learning and drive for success! 💪
• Resilient: Ready to tackle challenges and keep pushing. ⛰️
• Great Communicators: Teamwork makes the dream work! Ask questions! 🗣️
• Willing to Travel: For college and between our offices. 🌍

Entry Requirements:

• GCSEs in English Language and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• PLUS ONE of these:
• 2 A-levels (grades A* - C) in Maths and a Science. 🔬
• Level 3 BTEC or HNC in engineering (Merit or Distinction, with Maths modules at Merit or Distinction). 💻

• You've lived in the UK for 3+ years and have the right to work here for the whole programme.

Why NESO?

We're building a future with reliable, clean, affordable energy for everyone. Join a team that's:

• Curious & Visionary 🔭
• Purpose-Driven & Inclusive ❤️
• Technically Brilliant & Always Improving 💡
• Collaborative, Diverse & Human 🤗

We celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion! Apply from any background, and let us know if you need any adjustments.

Ready to apply? Click the button! Applications might close early, so don't wait! 👉

Key responsibilities

• Model and analyse impacts on future electricity system challenges
• Help develop energy systems plans – including onshore and offshore networks
• Assess customer connection applications
• Utilise analytical and operational tools to support engineering decision making

Skills