Graduate Development Program, Associate Data Analyst, Substation Engineering

About the Position

Ready to launch your career using data to support engineering projects that power communities? As an Associate Data Analyst on the Substation Engineering team, you'll provide reporting, operational, and business support that helps engineering teams deliver critical energy infrastructure projects across National Grid. Working alongside engineers, consultants, and business stakeholders, you'll develop reports and dashboards, track key performance indicators (KPIs), support purchase order and invoice processes, assist with work order administration, and help maintain the operational processes that support project delivery.

This role offers broad exposure across multiple engineering teams, allowing you to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders and contribute to projects from planning through construction and closeout. If you're curious, analytical, and eager to learn how engineering organizations operate, you'll have opportunities to make an impact from day one. You'll gain hands-on experience with tools like Power BI while building skills in reporting and analytics, stakeholder communication, operational support, process improvement, and business administration. You'll also have opportunities to visit field sites and see firsthand how the work behind the data supports the safe and reliable delivery of energy infrastructure.

What You'll Do

• Collect, analyze, and maintain data that supports engineering operations, project delivery, and business decision-making.
• Develop and enhance Power BI dashboards and reports to track performance, identify trends, and communicate key insights.
• Monitor and report on departmental KPIs, helping stakeholders make informed, data-driven decisions.
• Support purchase order, invoice, and consultant-related processes, including coordination with engineers, consultants, and business partners.
• Assist with work order administration and reporting activities throughout the project lifecycle, from planning through closeout.
• Prepare presentations, summaries, and other deliverables while maintaining accurate records and identifying opportunities to improve processes and reporting.

What You'll Need to Apply

• Bachelors or Master's degree from an accredited institution. Preferably in Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics or a related field.
• 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 required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy
• 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 Power BI, Excel, or other reporting and data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with purchase orders, invoice processing, work orders, or procurement tools such as Ariba.

What You’ll Get in Return

• Structured development opportunities, mentorship, and ongoing feedback to accelerate your career growth
• Exposure to leaders, cross-functional teams, and diverse areas of the business
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop lasting industry connections
• Meaningful work and real-world experience that provide a strong foundation for a long-term career at National Grid
• Competitive salary ranging from $73,000 to $86,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package
• Financial support for your future through up to $6,000 in student loan repayment assistance and tuition reimbursement benefits of up to $8,000 annually for undergraduate studies and $10,000 annually for graduate studies

About 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 the full-time position outlined below and take part in robust in-person and virtual development activities throughout the year. This includes monthly development sessions, active mentorship, and an intensive and immersive “Hackathon Project” where you “hack” a real-world National Grid problem.

About National Grid

National Grid is the critical energy infrastructure company, operating the electricity and gas networks and infrastructures that connects millions of people to the energy they use every day, supporting homes, businesses and communities across Massachusetts and New York.

We know the future of energy won't be shaped by what we know today. It will be shaped by what's possible tomorrow. That's why we're investing in the next generation of talent, giving undergraduates and graduates the opportunity to learn from experts, gain hands-on experience and contribute to work that matters from day one.

Are you ready to unlock the power of the possible?

More Information

Salary Range

Northboro, Massachusetts $73,000 - $86,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please note US Colleagues must reside within our existing footprint, which includes Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, Rhode Island and Vermont. As a National Grid employee, you should also reside within a reasonable, commutable distance to your assigned primary office.

Applications close on December 1, 2026. As we review applications on a rolling basis, this posting may close earlier if we recieve a sufficient number of qualified applications. Early application is encouraged.

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