Hybrid Senior Electrical Engineer – Solar & Storage Grid

National Grid; Northborough (MA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Engineer to support 30+ solar and battery energy storage systems and related substation projects. The role blends engineering, asset management, and field collaboration to deliver a safer, more reliable energy future.

You will maintain budgets, liaise with Field Operations, Engineering, and Contractors, and ensure data integration into National Grid systems while upholding safety and compliance standards. Travel to multiple sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of utility engineering/operations experience.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, ANSI, NESC, SATM, ISO, EPA, ASTM, ASME.
• Ability to work under pressure while staying focused.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 35+ MW of grid-installed solar and 60+ MWh BESS operations.
• Maintain comprehensive operation expense budgets.
• Report on-site statuses, production values, and costs to regulators.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with Field Ops, Engineering, PM, Contractors, and Dispatch.
• Assist with substation design reviews and project deliveries.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Field collaboration

Safety compliance

Troubleshooting

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

NEC standards

IEEE standards

NESC

ISO

EPA

ASME

Job description

National Grid in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Engineer to support 30+ solar and battery energy storage systems and related substation projects. The role blends engineering, asset management, and field collaboration to deliver a safer, more reliable energy future.

You will maintain budgets, liaise with Field Operations, Engineering, and Contractors, and ensure data integration into National Grid systems while upholding safety and compliance standards. Travel to multiple sites is required.