National Grid · 1 day ago
Lead Engineer (Electrical Planning and Design), Electrical Engineering
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$133K/yr - $157K/yr
10+ years expNational Grid is hiring Lead Engineers for their Electric Organization, with several positions based in Syracuse, Albany or Buffalo, NY. The Lead Engineers will ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of electric transmission and distribution systems, developing standards, managing assets, and integrating new technologies to support strategic business objectives and regulatory compliance.
DeliveryEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Prepare and contribute to the development, technical content and implementation of National Grid’s Substation Engineering and Design philosophy, standards, guidelines, equipment specifications and procedures; identify risks and put in place actions to ensure compliance with standards and regulatory requirements
Technical support provided to various departments including Engineering, Design, Operations, IT and Construction
Review single lines, elementaries, physicals (plans and elevations), conduit and cable schedules, lighting, lightning, bill of materials, etc. including manufacturers’ drawings
Research and support the adoption of new and innovative technologies for the substation business, including support of pilots. Ability to perform calculations and studies (grounding, AC & DC system sizing, lightning protection, lighting, rigid bus design, etc.) to support substation standards design basis
Assess the performance of the sub-Transmission and Distribution system performance regarding capacity and reliability and develop modernization plans as necessary
Conduct short- and long-term area studies and develop long term integrated/area plans for infrastructure development to meet National Grid’s strategic objectives
Develop conceptual project plans that if implemented economically address identified T&D system needs
Provide technical support to internal and external departments for the application, operation, and maintenance of the electric transmission and distribution system. Evaluate co-generation interconnection requests for impact on the distribution system and develop plans for suitable connection
Resolve customer issues and operating problems, i.e., fault duty calculations, stray voltage, power quality, motor start, etc
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Civil/Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school
Minimum 10+ years relevant engineering experience, with specific experience in transmission, distribution, or substation engineering
Strong working knowledge of industry standards, safety standards, and current design codes, especially the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
Proficient Microsoft Office computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of relevant industry practice, standards and legislation including technical advancements
Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
Willingness to travel for meetings, training, and conferences, including potential extended hours for emergencies or system events
Working knowledge of industry standards, safety standards, and existing electrical design codes including but not limited to substation construction and maintenance practices, electric utility practices, substation materials and equipment, grounding and lightning study analysis, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA 70, ASTM, NEC, and NESC codes
Preferred
A Master's degree or Professional Engineer in Training Certificate (EIT) or Engineering (PE) license is preferred for some roles
Company
National Grid
National Grid facilitates electricity and gas transmission system and focuses on delivering clean energy.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
NYSERDASEKStrategic Innovation Fund
2025-08-21Grant· $2M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $937.85M
2024-09-11Grant· $19.95M
Leadership Team
Zoë Yujnovich
Chief Executive Officer
Anntonette Zembrzuski Alberti
Manager, Product Growth and NY Customer Energy Management Growth
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