National Grid

Engineering Manager, Electrical

National Grid$186K — $218K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
  • NYS Professional Engineer (PE) license is mandatory.
  • Minimum of 15 years of related experience with demonstrated leadership.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD and electrical system modeling tools (e.g., SKM, ETAP).
  • In-depth knowledge of industry standards and regulations (OHSA, NFPA, NERC).
  • Experience with relay protection and control systems, including commissioning support.
  • Strong analytical skills for technical and operational problem-solving.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the electrical project portfolio from engineering to operation phases.
  • Coach and mentor team members, providing technical direction and feedback.
  • Evaluate electrical assets for maintenance and investment requirements.
  • Conduct safety and financial risk analyses for project viability.
  • Approve cost estimates and conduct benefit analyses for projects.
  • Review project specifications and standards for compliance and quality assurance.
  • Interface with stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure successful project execution.

Benefits

  • Career development opportunities for advancement within the organization.
  • Continuous improvement initiatives to enhance skills and departmental capabilities.
  • Opportunity to work with emerging technologies in energy production.
  • Support for safety initiatives and the development of internal standards.
  • Collaboration with internal and external teams for project success.
Full Job Description
Job Purpose

The Electrical Engineering Manager, reporting to the Director of the Power Engineering Department (PED), will support and lead internal and external team members in collaborative efforts for new projects, regulatory compliance, and enhancements to the existing fleet of steam and gas turbine units on Long Island. This role encompasses performing technical, financial, and operational evaluations of electrical assets, evaluating project aspects from design to operations, and developing design, specifications, standards, and procedures.

Key Accountabilities

  • Serve as the project electrical portfolio manager throughout the lifecycle of multiple projects, including engineering, design, construction, and operation, for both existing generating assets and new energy development opportunities.
  • Coach and mentor direct reports and project team members, providing technical direction, performance feedback, and development support to strengthen departmental capability.
  • Conduct comprehensive asset evaluations to determine maintenance and investment requirements.
  • Review safety, environmental, and financial risk analyses to ensure project viability.
  • Approve cost estimates, conduct benefit analyses, and assess risks for projects.
  • Review engineering calculations and studies to support project scope and requirements.
  • Review specifications, standards, and procedures to ensure project compliance and quality.
  • Provide technical evaluations for new energy development projects, including areas such as energy storage, solar, relay protection, and combustion turbines.
  • Research and evaluate emerging technologies to identify their potential application in new projects and existing assets, aiming to provide enhanced value to customers and load serving entities.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for NPCC and NERC reliability standards, providing guidance on compliance requirements and technical interpretation.
  • Support, maintain, and continuously improve the electrical equipment maintenance program to enhance reliability, availability, and regulatory compliance.
  • Provide field engineering and troubleshooting support to help return generation assets to service safely and in a timely manner.
  • Interface effectively with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate priorities, resolve technical issues, and support successful project execution.
  • Provide technical expertise to support safety initiatives, Good Catches, lessons learned, and development of internal standards and procedures.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • NYS Professional Engineer (PE) license a must.
  • Valid NYS Driver's License.
  • Minimum 15 years of related experience with proven leadership skills in effectively leading and managing internal/external project teams.
  • Experience with AutoCAD and electrical system modeling applications (e.g., SKM, ETAP).
  • In-depth understanding of industry standards and regulations, including OHSA, NFPA, NEMA, UL, IEEE, NERC, and NPCC.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform technical analysis, troubleshoot electrical issues, and propose effective solutions.
  • Demonstrated experience with relay protection and control systems, including protection schemes, relay settings, coordination studies, control logic, event analysis, and commissioning support.
  • Strong knowledge of power generation systems, including generators, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
  • Familiarity with energy storage systems, solar and wind power generation.
  • Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Skilled in project cost/benefit and risk analysis.
  • Capable of working in a power plant environment, recognizing hazards, and implementing safeguards.

Salary

$186,000 - $218,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

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.

About National Grid

National Grid plc is a British multinational electricity and gas utility company headquartered in London, United Kingdom. Its principal activities are in the United Kingdom (where it owns and operates electricity and gas transmission networks) and in the Northeastern United States (where as well as operating transmission networks, the company is a producer and supplier of electricity and gas). National Grid has a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange, and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index. It had a market capitalisation of approximately £31.4 billion as of 23 September 2021, the 26th-largest of any company with a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange.
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23,500 employees
Market Cap
$44 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
5 Year Trend
+4%
Revenue
$14.7 billion

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