Safety Engineer Review

Very educational, I am glad to have chosen this graduate program. Overall, the graduate program offered a well-rounded experience that balanced technical development with leadership and stakeholder engagement.

During my time in the National Grid graduate program, I was primarily responsible for supporting the development and implementation of safety protocols, resilience strategies, and crisis management frameworks across operational sites. My role involved:
Crisis Management: Assisting in the design and testing of emergency response procedures, ensuring readiness for high-impact scenarios.
Resilience Engineering: Contributing to risk assessments and resilience planning to safeguard critical infrastructure.
Process Safety: Supporting hazard identification and mitigation activities, including HAZOP studies and safety case reviews.
These responsibilities gave me a strong foundation in safety engineering and allowed me to work on real-world challenges that impact national energy infrastructure.
What I enjoyed most about the role was the collaborative team environment. Working alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional teams helped me grow professionally and personally. I also appreciated the emphasis on innovation, where I was encouraged to bring fresh ideas to improve safety and resilience processes. Additionally, I had opportunities to represent the team in external forums and workshops, which enhanced my communication skills and broadened my industry perspective.

I was given plenty of opportunities to contribute meaningfully throughout my time in the graduate program. From managing projects and closing out HAZOP actions to representing the company externally on panels and industry forums, I felt trusted and empowered to take ownership of impactful work. These responsibilities not only allowed me to apply my technical knowledge but also helped me develop leadership and communication skills. The support from my team and the recognition of my contributions made me feel genuinely valued and part of something important.

I think the compensation package could be a little higher, especially with rising living costs and as a graduate I was delivering to the level of a full time employee.

It prepared me very well for my future career as a engineer and put me in clear path towards chartership

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I would absolutely recommend National Grid’s graduate program to a friend. The experience has been incredibly rewarding, both professionally and personally. From day one, I was given meaningful responsibilities—managing projects, closing out HAZOP actions, and representing the company externally on panels and industry forums. These opportunities helped me build confidence and develop a strong sense of ownership in my work.
The culture at National Grid is collaborative and supportive. I felt genuinely valued by my team and was encouraged to contribute ideas, drive innovation, and take initiative. The exposure to different areas of safety, resilience, and crisis management gave me a well-rounded understanding of the energy sector and its challenges.
If you're looking for a graduate program that offers real responsibility, strong mentorship, and the chance to make a tangible impact, National Grid is an excellent choice.