Associate Engineer (Electrical Planning and Design), Electrical Engineering

National Grid is hiring an Associate Electrical Engineer for our Intelligent Substation Design and Standards department in Syracuse, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

National Grid is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer within its Intelligent Substation Design and Standards in Syracuse, NY. This engineer will work as part of a team to review, update, and develop substation standards needed to support capital projects. Standards support new and existing distribution and transmission substations throughout National Grid Upstate New York territory which vary in voltage from 4160V to 345kV.

• Assist in the development of technical content and implementation of National Grid's Substation Engineering and Design philosophy, standards, guidelines, and procedures; identify risks and put in place actions to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the engagement of various Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in technical discussions to facilitate the development of standards and training.
• Attend and participate in conferences and seminars in relation to new technologies, and industry standards to ensure the substation standards are up to date on technology, fostering future adaption and expansion.
• Manage consultants' work under a master service agreement, ensuring compliance and technical adequacy.
• Resolve technical issues that may arise in updating and development of standards.
• Work in a matrixed team environment and promote team effectiveness by providing technical guidance and coaching, communicating expectations to the team and delegating assignments.
• Ability to prioritize work and be a team member on multiple projects at one time under budget and time constraints.
• Ability to perform and check calculations and studies (grounding, AC & DC system sizing, lightning protection, lighting, rigid bus design, etc.) to support substation standards design basis.
• Ability to develop estimates and economic analysis to support substation standards design basis.
• Assist in writing equipment specifications and technical reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited engineering program is required.
• Plans to obtain Engineer In Training (EIT) and Professional Engineer (PE) licensure are preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) prefered.
• Demonstrate a high level of personal initiative and ability to interact with company personnel, contractors, and others in a positive, team building manner.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to physically navigate in and around an electrical substation.
• Valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record that meets National Grid's Safe Driver Policy is required.

Salary:
$91,000 - $106,000 per year

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This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

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