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Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

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National Grid

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior (5-8 years)
  • Buffalo

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 8 years' experience, knowledge of industry standards, strong organizational skills, and a valid driver's license.
  • You will plan and manage electrical systems, ensure compliance for distributed generation, support customer operations, improve distribution reliability, and represent the company in industry groups.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school.
  • 8 years of related experience
  • Knowledge of relevant industry practice, standards and legislation.
  • Knowledge of current trends within the industry and developments in legislation or regulation.
  • Knowledge of National Grid's business operations, company policies and practices preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Work in a Project Management team environment.
  • Adapts approach and considers what is important to the audience and tailors message accordingly.
  • Actively builds and maintains a network of relationships, outside normal business contacts.
  • Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems promptly and non-defensively; communicates engineering customer expectations to monitor delivery of engineering projects and satisfaction.
  • Proactively makes changes to improve performance, efficiency and effectiveness of processes; for example, challenge existing engineering procedures and highlight areas for improvement.
  • Possesses positive expectations for team members and expresses regard for them.
  • Is receptive to change and is willing to change ideas or opinions based on new information or contrary evidence.
  • This position has a career path which provides for promotional opportunities within and across bands as developing and evolving in this position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills.
  • Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

  • As DPAM Lead Engineer, the primary responsibilities will be to provide immediate and long-term system planning and asset management direction in an interdependent and synergistic practice.
  • Understanding and implementing electric and budgetary guidance/action on a regional, divisional, and statewide basis will be fundamental to the success of this position.
  • This position supports a host of activities that address customer technical requirements; assists regional customer operations in the technical operation of the distribution system; leads activities in tracking regional distribution reliability performance and promoting actions to improve it; and supports DPAM in completing its responsibilities.
  • Responsibilities include customer and distributed generation studies and interconnection compliance verification engineering activities.
  • Provides support to other areas of National Grid such as Electric Operations, Regional Control Center, Substation Engineering, Distribution Design, Smart Grid & New Energy Solutions.
  • The positions responsibilities also include high voltage customer interconnections, and technical guidance to customer groups.
  • Distributed Generation study and support will be a key role for this position. This position will provide technical expertise and support from an engineering perspective to ensure integration of distributed generation to the electric power system in compliance with the NYSIR and National Grid’s energization requirements.
  • Represent the company on industry and regulatory working groups as appropriate. Assure the focus and attainment of business goals and objectives.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design.

What department is this position in?

This position is in the Distribution Planning & Asset Management (DPAM) department.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Lead Engineer?

The primary responsibilities include providing immediate and long-term system planning and asset management direction, supporting customer technical requirements, and leading activities to improve distribution reliability performance.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school and at least 8 years of related experience.

Is a valid driver's license required for this role?

Yes, a valid driver’s license is required.

Will there be opportunities for career advancement in this position?

Yes, this position has a career path that provides for promotional opportunities within and across bands as you develop and acquire technical skills.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary range for this position is $128,000 - $151,000 a year.

Does this position involve customer interaction?

Yes, this position involves customer studies and providing interconnection compliance verification engineering activities, along with technical guidance to customer groups.

Is National Grid an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and fosters an inclusive culture.

What types of projects will the Lead Engineer work on?

The Lead Engineer will work on projects related to sub-transmission and distribution facilities to enhance system resiliency, modernize the grid, and optimize energy delivery.

Is the work environment hybrid?

Yes, the position supports a hybrid work environment.

Are there specific interpersonal skills required for this position?

Yes, candidates should be able to motivate and develop direct reports, establish goals, and maintain a network of relationships outside normal business contacts.

National Grid

Connecting millions of people to the energy they use every day.

Energy
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1990
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

National Grid is a multinational electricity and gas utility company that operates in the United Kingdom and the northeastern United States. They are responsible for the transmission and distribution of electricity and natural gas, managing the vast infrastructure that delivers energy to millions of customers. Their ultimate mission is to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient supply of energy to homes, businesses, and industries. National Grid's purpose lies in delivering energy to power people's lives, support economic growth, and contribute to a sustainable future. By investing in modernising energy infrastructure, adopting renewable energy sources, and promoting energy efficiency, National Grid aims to lead the way in shaping the energy landscape and promoting a low-carbon future, thus enhancing energy security and resilience for the communities they serve.

Benefits

  • Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance