Graduate Development Program, Associate Engineer, Gas Asset & Design Engineering

National Grid • Waltham, MA

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Engineer supports senior engineers and contributes to projects that help National Grid manage critical gas assets. The team maintains and enhances gas infrastructure through risk assessment of existing assets, gas main design, and strategic initiatives involving pressure regulating facilities, pipeline heaters, and automation technologies across Massachusetts. The role offers early-career exposure to varied engineering projects and combines office and field-based work to build a foundation in engineering, asset management, and utility operations while supporting safe and reliable gas service.

The position is part of National Grid’s year-long Graduate Development Program for recent college graduates who aspire to future leadership roles. The program begins with a three-week, in-person orientation, followed by the full-time position and development activities throughout the year, including monthly sessions, mentorship, and an immersive hackathon project. The position is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, and employees must live within National Grid’s existing service footprint and a reasonable commuting distance from their assigned primary office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical, Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Graduated between May 2026 and June 2027.
• Ability to begin the National Grid Graduate Program on June 7, 2027, or July 12, 2027.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving history meeting National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employment visa sponsorship.
• Must reside within National Grid’s existing footprint and within a reasonable commuting distance of the assigned primary office.
• Must comply with federal DOT drug and alcohol safety regulations applicable to the position.

Nice To Haves

• Internship, co-op, research, or project experience related to engineering, utilities, infrastructure, asset management, or design.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, with the long-term goal of completing the Professional Engineer (PE) exam.

Responsibilities

• Identify and help address risks associated with gas assets, including pressure regulating facilities, transmission assets, and LNG infrastructure.
• Support technical asset plans that inform maintenance and capital investment decisions and promote long-term gas network reliability.
• Translate gas infrastructure needs into business cases, budgets, and proposed designs to support planning and capital investment.
• Participate in field investigations, evaluate existing asset conditions, assess potential infrastructure solutions, and support construction reviews.
• Collaborate with project engineers and other team members to maintain a reliable network and manage potential hazards safely and effectively.
• Build knowledge of gas systems, utility operations, asset management, and infrastructure planning through exposure to engineering projects.

Benefits

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback.
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business.
• Opportunities to build a professional network and industry connections.
• Meaningful work and real-world experience supporting a long-term career at National Grid.
• Student loan repayment assistance of up to $6,000.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level