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National Grid is hiring a Lead Engineerfor our Future of Heat & Innovation department. This is an onsite position at our Melville location.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record put us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful, we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

This position will assist both the Materials Acceptance and Failure Analysis Lab, and the Gas Quality Lab in their daily function. Key focus areas of this position will be to maintain and update testing protocols, develop new testing protocols, perform FTIR analysis, and design components for 3D-printer.

Additional areas that this position will be involved include component design for special projects and initiating operational efficiencies.

Key Accountabilities

Manage the portfolio of testing protocols and ensure that they are compliant with applicable codes and ASTMs.
Develop new testing protocols as required to account for new technologies to approve them for use at National Grid.
Manage the FTIR equipment and develop a database of elements encountered throughout the normal course of business to identify materials and contaminants that are discovered during failure analysis.
Design and produce products on the 3-dimensional printer for special projects and to assist lab technicians in completing their tasks.
Specify materials related to special projects and obtain sources of supply.
Participate in appropriate industry committees (AGA, PRCI, NYSEARCH, GTI/OTD, advisory panels), when necessary.
Develop best practices for teams to follow to ensure continuity across the team.
Assist in specifying new equipment when necessary.
Collaborate with analyst and technicians to promote a team environment.
A working knowledge of Gas Distribution, Gas Operations, LNG/CNG operation, and Customer Meter Services.
Participate in cross functional hubs for relevant processes (i.e. meetings with field ops, GMS, etc. to discuss systemic issues).
Develop a working knowledge or Gas Chromatographs.
Time split between Melville and Brooklyn approximately 80% Melville / 20% Greenpoint.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in an Engineering Program
Meet the qualifications of a Lead level position per the engineering progression guidelines. (10 years engineering equivalent experience or 8 year with a PE license).
Gas utility or energy industry experience required
Experience in Research & Development and pilot testing / field deployment of new technologies is a plus
Knowledge and understanding of regulatory issues affecting the industry
Understanding of industry codes & standards, and applicable design standards
Excellent administrative & organizational skills
Ability to build strong relationships with key stakeholders (both internal & external)
Strong skills in strategic thinking, problem solving, communication, project management, computer and analytical skills
Exhibits high personal standards for commitment to safety, integrity, and compliance
Exhibits intellectual curiosity & eagerness to seek out and learn about new technologies
Self-Starter with the ability to work independently with little direction
Ability to travel, when working outside our jurisdiction (DNY) is required.

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Salary

$139,000- $164,000 a year

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.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.