Engineering Manager (Non Wires Alternatives), Electrical Engineering

Consortium; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 161,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is hiring an Engineering Manager for our Electrical Planning and Design department in the General NYS Service Area. The role leads a team focused on Non-Wires Alternatives (NWA), shaping the future of New York’s energy grid.

You will drive project management, regulatory support, and cost-benefit analysis, partnering with engineers, analysts, and vendors to deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that improve reliability and enable the energy transition.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited).
• 8+ years in utility engineering with non-wire alternatives (NWA) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electric distribution and transmission in NY.
• Experience drafting RFPs and cost/benefit analyses.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage technical scopes for NWA projects.
• Lead end-to-end project management for multiple NWA initiatives.
• Support regulatory activities, including filings and testimonies.
• Monitor project performance with established metrics and tools.
• Identify and advance NWA opportunities with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and learnings across projects.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and customer service excellence.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet performance targets.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Strategic thinking

Regulatory knowledge (NY)

NWA knowledge

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Engineering Manager (Non Wires Alternatives), Electrical Engineering

Engineering Manager (Non Wires Alternatives), Electrical Engineering

Location: Albany

Highlighted points for this job

Engineering Manager role for Electrical Planning and Design

Location: General NYS Service Area

Salary: $161,000 - $189,000 per year

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Extensive experience in utility engineering roles involving non wire alternatives

National Grid is hiring an Engineering Manager for our Electrical Planning and Design department in our General NYS Service Area

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 puts 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, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

Shape the future of New York’s energy grid by leading the development of innovative, sustainable solutions that meet customer needs while enhancing system reliability. As Manager, Non-Wires Alternatives (NWA), you will lead a team of engineers responsible for identifying and advancing projects that leverage energy efficiency, demand response, energy storage, distributed generation, and other distributed energy resources as alternatives to traditional infrastructure investments.

In this highly collaborative role, you will partner with distribution planning engineers, asset management teams, and financial analysts to evaluate opportunities, guide competitive procurements, and develop cost-effective solutions that support National Grid’s clean energy goals. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the modernization of the electric grid, drive strategic investments, and play a key role in New York’s energy transition.

Key Accountabilities

Develop and manage technical scopes for Non-Wires Alternative (NWA) projects.

Lead end-to-end project management for multiple NWA initiatives, including opportunity screening, cross-functional coordination, RFP development, cost-benefit analysis, vendor selection, budget and schedule management, contractor oversight, data management, issue resolution, reporting, and project closeout.

Support regulatory activities, including filing development, testimony preparation, and responses to information requests.

Monitor and evaluate project performance using established tools, metrics, and techniques.

Partner with internal stakeholders to identify and advance NWA opportunities that provide the greatest system and customer value.

Drive continuous improvement by applying lessons learned, challenging existing processes, and identifying efficiencies, future revenue opportunities, and innovative business models.

Maintain awareness of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies through collaboration with utility peers and industry organizations.

Support interdisciplinary project teams in achieving project goals, objectives, and performance targets.

Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, customer service excellence, accountability, and timely resolution of issues.

Proactively improve processes, performance, efficiency, and effectiveness while performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited instituation; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in utility engineering roles involving non wire alternatives (NWA), emerging technology and/or innovation.
• Strong knowledge of electric distribution and transmission systems and regulatory environment in New York.
• Strong project management skills, including demonstrated capability to manage project scope, schedule and budget milestones on complicated projects.
• Experience drafting successful Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and working with benefit/cost (or other financial justification) analysis.
• Familiarity with energy efficiency, demand response, energy storage and distributed generation; willingness to work with subject matter experts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite.
• Time management, leadership and team building skills.
• Great interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability to support the development of regulatory filings, interfacing with National Grid rates, legal and other departments.
• Ability to think strategically and make a compelling case to adopt new, innovative technologies and approaches for NWAs.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

More Information

Salary:$161,000 - $189,000 per year

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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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.