National Grid · 18 hours ago
Associate Engineer (Electrical Planning and Design), Electrical Engineering
Waltham, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$98K/yr - $115K/yrNational Grid is a company committed to meaningful work and human impact. They are seeking an Associate Engineer to perform Transmission Planning functions, focusing on the management and optimization of transmission assets in New England.
DeliveryEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Conduct analytical studies for transmission system expansion, interconnection of new generation, and load to the transmission system. These analytical studies consider power system thermal, voltage, dynamic and short circuit performance as they relate to system reliability, economics, and operating flexibility
Perform thermal capability analysis (ratings) for transmission lines, power transformers, circuit breakers and switches. Develop equipment ratings and ensure compliance with applicable NERC/NPCC/ISO-NE standards
Perform all computer modeling (load flow, short circuit, dynamics) necessary to conduct power flow and stability studies for Transmission Planning as well as other National Grid engineering functions
Utilize a team approach to ensure consistent and thorough analysis in all Transmission Planning studies
Incorporate information from transmission asset management on equipment condition into planning studies to develop comprehensive area solutions
Document study findings in reports, prepare and defend recommendations in presentations to executives responsible for funding decisions
Present study reports and findings to the Independent System Operator – New England (ISO-NE) committees for various approvals
Represent National Grid interests on regional and local levels in various transmission planning working groups
Work in a project team environment interacting with individuals with various technical specialties and industry experience
Fulfill the role of a project sponsor during study phase of projects to ensure that projects are fully scoped in a timely manner
Resolve technical issues that may arise in different phases of a project
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering school required
Valid driver's license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid's Safe Driver policy
Work ethic that includes internal and external customer focus, flexibility, teamwork and continuous improvement
Ability to understand commercial aspects of transmission projects
Demonstrate a high level of personal initiative an ability to interact with company personnel, external engineering firms, regulatory representatives, and ISO representatives in a positive, team building manner
Preferred
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in Electric Power Systems
Knowledge of power systems strongly preferred including power system protection and reliability philosophy, three-phase power system theory/operation both static and dynamic, short circuit theory/application, motor and generation theory/application, reactive compensation theory
Some experience with power flow, short circuit and transient stability analyses preferred but not required
Company
National Grid
National Grid facilitates electricity and gas transmission system and focuses on delivering clean energy.
Founded in 1990
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$1.01BKey Investors
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2025-08-21Grant· $2M
2025-07-08Post Ipo Debt· $937.85M
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