Apprentice Substation Engineer Review
at National Grid
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
South West
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I am training to become an electrical engineer working on high voltage substations. Time can be spent in the office writing up reports, out on a substation site working with the equipment or away at the National Training Centre in Nottingham.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
It's challenging, varied and interesting. The training is methodical and safe in its approach. Safety is the number one priority when working with such high voltages.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt many new skills working on the substations and the quality of tuition at the National Training Centre has been excellent.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very organised and structured.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
As much or as little as I need. It is personal, well thought out support with regular check ins.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Support is provided as and when you need it.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualification is essential for the line of work that I am training to do.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There is a great team ethos at the company. People are welcoming, supportive and always willing to lend a hand. There are networking events, social activities, and sports teams if you want to get involved.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Grid to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a very good company to work for, they really look after you. You are given the time you need to get jobs done to the best of your ability.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Grid?
Be prepared for a challenge, make sure you are organised. National Grid goes out of its way to find the best candidates it can. If successful, you will be joining an excellent organisation.
