Electrical Planning & Design Engineer - Substations & Grid

National Grid plc; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension plan

Private medical insurance

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

National Grid plc is seeking an Associate Engineer in the Electric Organization to support transmission and distribution systems, including substation design and asset management. Based in Syracuse, Albany or Buffalo, NY, you will contribute to reliability, safety, and efficiency while collaborating across departments.

The role emphasizes developing standards, evaluating projects, and integrating new technologies, with opportunities for advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree is required or preferred.
• Plans to obtain EIT and PE licensure are preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary engineering evaluations and define project scope.
• Design control systems and support substation projects.
• Assist in asset management and system studies.
• Prepare reports on technical challenges and recommended solutions.
• Coordinate with design staff and external consultants.
• Support compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substation design

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

National Grid plc is seeking an Associate Engineer in the Electric Organization to support transmission and distribution systems, including substation design and asset management. Based in Syracuse, Albany or Buffalo, NY, you will contribute to reliability, safety, and efficiency while collaborating across departments.

The role emphasizes developing standards, evaluating projects, and integrating new technologies, with opportunities for advancement within the company.