Engineer, Gas Planning and Design Engineering

National Grid; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineer for Gas Planning and Design. The role involves managing gas distribution design projects, collaborating with engineering teams, and producing construction drawings using AutoCAD. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Civil or Mechanical Engineering and experience in the field. The position offers a salary range of $103,000 - $117,000, with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a civil engineering or mechanical engineering role required.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software is necessary.
• EIT license preferred or to be obtained within one year.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engineering aspects of gas distribution infrastructure projects.
• Manage external engineering design firms to meet standards and budgets.
• Produce construction drawings consistent with company standards.

Skills

AutoCAD design

Civil engineering principles

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The Opportunity

Superpowered. Meaningful work. Human impact. A story we’re proud to tell. This is what matters to us at National Grid. In a world of complexity and unanswered questions, there is one thing we’re certain about: the power of our people. Join us in our goal to deliver 100% fossil-free heat to our customers by 2050!

National Grid is hiring an Engineer, Gas Planning and Design Engineering, for our engaged and collaborative NE Gas Distribution Engineering Design - Central Region team in Waltham, MA.

Our Team

The NE Gas Distribution Engineering Design - Central Region team is responsible for the design of standard and complex natural gas distribution projects, both west and south of Boston. Our team supports the design of gas main and service replacements, public works, reliability and growth projects.

What You'll Do

• You'll be part of an engineering design project team to develop and manage all engineering aspects of gas distribution infrastructure projects
• Acting as a technical subject matter expert (SME), based on level of experience, you'll develop unique engineering designs for gas distribution projects
• You'll manage external engineering design firms to ensure all design work is performed in accordance with company and industry standards, within budget and on schedule
• You will produce construction drawings using AutoCAD in accordance with company standards for gas distribution designs
• You'll prioritize work and manage multiple, internal and external stakeholders, projects within budget and time constraints, working collaboratively with outside consulting firms and internal stakeholders
• You'll assess project scopes and identify required variances prior to design to ensure a complete, high quality and safe project outcome
• You'll also implement change control procedures to track design changes instituted by engineering or field operations and identify any associated risks that may result from the proposed change

About You

• ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering required
• 2+ years in a civil engineering or mechanical engineering role required
• AutoCAD design, or similar design software, experience matching your years of employment required
• Preferably, you'll have earned your EIT license or be able to obtain within one (1) year
• A valid driver’s license is also required

More Information

Salary

$103,000 - $117,000 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.