SONI Ltd

SONI Ltd

Who We Are

SONI (System Operator for Northern Ireland) manages Northern Ireland's electricity grid, ensuring power flows safely, securely and reliably while supporting the transition to a low-carbon energy future.

Graduate & Placement Opportunities

We're recruiting for our 2027 Graduate & Placement Cohort.

Paid Placements (Up to 11 Months)

  • Engineering

  • Finance

  • Business (Energy Policy/Regulation)

Gain hands-on experience, mentoring and the opportunity to contribute to projects shaping Northern Ireland's energy future.

Graduate Programme (2 Years)

Open to Engineering and IT graduates, offering structured rotations, professional development and real responsibility from day one.

Why Join SONI?

  • Meaningful work with real impact

  • Structured development and mentoring

  • Supportive, collaborative culture

  • Opportunity to shape a sustainable energy future

Join SONI and shape the future of energy.

Find Out More & Apply: Careers | SONI

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About us

Northern Ireland's electricity grid operator, based in Belfast.

  • We operate and plan the future of Northern Ireland's electricity transmission system, working together with EirGrid to run the all-island wholesale electricity market through the SEMO joint venture

  • We don't generate or sell electricity — our role is to ensure power flows safely, securely and reliably from where it's generated to where it's needed

  • Our teams span engineering, IT, business and finance, technical planning, operational, commercial, project management, regulatory, analytical and electricity market disciplines

  • We run a two-year graduate development programme alongside internships and early career opportunities, pairing new starters with a mentor from day one

  • We live by our values of being transparent, collaborative, ambitious and accountable

Our work

We operate the electricity transmission system for Northern Ireland, balancing demand and supply from our Control Centre to keep power flowing safely and reliably. As Northern Ireland's Transmission System Operator, we're transforming the grid to support a cleaner, more secure energy future, and we work in partnership with local communities, landowners, businesses and industry partners to deliver this once-in-a-generation energy transition.

Why work with us?

A challenging yet collaborative and team-orientated work environment.

  • Be part of a once-in-a-generation energy transition, working on real, meaningful projects that power every home and business in Northern Ireland

  • Hybrid working model with flexible start and finish times

  • Attractive remuneration package, defined contribution pension, minimum 25 days holiday plus 11 bank holidays, and free on-site car parking with EV charging

  • Private medical insurance, an Employee Assistance Programme, a Health Cash Plan, and annual wellbeing leave

  • Employer-sponsored professional membership, education support and sponsorship, and a graduate programme with clear career progression

  • A culture built on transparency, collaboration and accountability, with initiatives including a Gender Focus Implementation Group, mentorship for young women from female leaders, and regular social events including an annual BBQ and Christmas celebrations

  • Castlereagh House ,
    12 Manse Road,
    Belfast,
    BT6 9RT

School engagement opportunities

We are happy to give Work Experience

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“I’m very proud to work at SONI, there are many opportunities to develop as a young professional and contribute to a secure and sustainable energy future.”

Nell Campbell, Business Strategy and Sustainability Graduate
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Our people

Explore the stories of the people behind our key roles and gain first-hand insights into the impact they make every day.

Meet our people

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