Job PurposeThe Engineer will be responsible for the development and implementation of initiatives and technology that impact the electricity distribution and transmission systems.
Key Accountabilities- Ensure that a robust basis of design is produced for each scheme which documents the reasons for the investment, the options considered, costs and program.
- Support data and digital asset management development across multiple asset-related digital products to support grid planning, operations, and asset management functions.
- Support emerging strategic initiatives through developing technical standards, process development, and product development as new programs and business needs evolve.
- Coordinate across technical and business related teams to deliver process changes and solutions to accommodate company and industry changes.
- Represent the company on industry and regulatory working groups as appropriate. Assure the focus and attainment of business goals and objectives
- Provides support to other areas of National Grid such as Electric Operations, Regional Control Center, Distribution Planning, Transmission Planning, etc.
- Participate in the development, implementation and management of new technologies or automation of existing technologies.
- Engage appropriately with specified stakeholders, government agencies, consenting authorities and media within the development phases of a project.
- Input to the development of the engineering perspective of new business concepts.
- Complete the definition of technical specifications in relation to a range of technologies.
- Determine the options to be considered for the project at initiation to satisfy the need case for investment.
- Ensure that a robust basis of design is produced for each scheme which documents the reasons for the investment, the options considered, costs and program.
Qualifications- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school is required.
- 6 years of related experience is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of relevant industry practice, standards and legislation is strongly desired.
- Knowledge of current trends within the industry and developments in legislation or regulation preferred.
- 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.
- Relative Experience in Programming in Python, C, C++ or similar languages is preferred.
- Able to motivate, counsel, coach, and develop direct reports and others.
- Experience establishing clearly defined goals and standards of employee performance.
More InformationSalary: $119,000 - $140,000 per yearNational 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.
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