Job PurposeJoin our team as a
Distribution Design Supervisor and play a key leadership role in shaping the future of the electric distribution system. In this position, you will lead and mentor a team of design professionals responsible for developing safe, reliable, and innovative utility infrastructure solutions that serve our customers and communities. You'll combine your technical expertise, leadership skills, and collaborative approach to drive project success, support team development, and ensure the delivery of high-quality distribution designs that enable a modern and resilient energy network. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career with a company committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
Key Accountabilities- Oversee and support a team of distribution designers in developing designs and complete construction packages for overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems.
- Provide guidance, technical assistance, and problem-solving support to designers throughout project lifecycles.
- Review and approve designs to ensure compliance with industry standards, company policies, and customer requirements.
- Manage team resources, schedules, and priorities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Conduct regular check-ins with team members to track progress and address challenges.
- Interface with clients, contractors, or other stakeholders such as local inspection authorities, other public utilities, governmental agencies, public leaders, and regulatory agencies such as the Public Service Commission (PSC) and the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) as necessary.
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth project workflows and resolve issues promptly.
- Provide mentorship and training to designers to support their professional growth.
- Lead and manage the daily activities of the design team, ensuring efficient and high-quality output.
- Assign tasks based on team members' skills and project requirements.
- Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback during evaluations.
- Participate in hiring decisions and onboarding for new team members.
- Promote a positive and supportive work environment that fosters teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with leadership to provide updates on project statuses, team performance, and resource needs.
- Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company quality standards.
Qualifications- A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering preferred.
- Alternatively, an Associate of Science degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering will be considered.
- 3-5 years of experience in distribution design is required.
- Previous leadership, training or supervisory experience is preferred.
More InformationSalary: $99,000 - $116,000 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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