Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Engineering

National Grid plc; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid plc in Massachusetts is seeking a Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Management and Engineering, to support Future of Heat projects in our service territory. You will lead NPAs assessment, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and help develop digital assessment tools.

The role emphasizes developing NPA processes, IEP software, decarbonization initiatives, regulatory filings and risk-based investment planning across gas assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 6+ years' experience in an engineering or technical role.
• Experience with Synergi gas hydraulic modeling software or equivalent.
• Preference for decarbonization tech experience (geothermal, renewable natural gas, hydrogen).
• Experience developing long and short term investment plans using risk-based gas asset management principles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with gas and electric process owners to identify process enhancements for NPAs to gas infrastructure investments.
• Assist the technical team with development of NPA and Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) software applications.
• Lead collaboration with stakeholders to implement NPA frameworks and IEP best practices and other future of heat initiatives.
• Support implementation of the company’s networked geothermal project and electrification demonstration program.
• Provide engineering support for decarbonization efforts, including regulatory filings and research activities.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

SQL queries

Python

Data modeling

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Synergi gas hydraulic modeling

Job description

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.

National Grid is hiring a Lead Engineer, Gas Asset Management and Engineering, to support the identification and analysis of potential Future of Heat projects in our Massachusetts Service Territory.

Our Team

Our engineering team is responsible for ensuring we meet the regulatory compliance requirements for Non-Pipeline Alternative assessments and Integrated Energy Planning.

Job Purpose

The Lead Engineer supporting Future of Heat will focus on continuing to develop non-pipeline alternatives (NPA) assessment process, which will include continuing to develop digital assessment tools. The role will collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders in creating, developing and implementing Future of Heat strategy and roadmap, aligning with organization goals.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with current gas and electric process owners to lead identification of process enhancements to evaluate NPAs to gas infrastructure investments
• Assist the technical team with program support in the continued development of NPA and Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) software applications
• Team lead in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to implement NPA frameworks, establish IEP best practices and other future of heat initiatives
• Support implementation of the Company’s networked geothermal project and targeted electrification demonstration program
• Provide engineering support for the Company’s decarbonization efforts, which includes regulatory filings, white paper collaboration and research activities

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline required.
• Minimum 6 years' experience in an engineering or technical role required.
• previous gas planning experience utilizing Synergi gas hydraulic modeling software or equivalent
• preferably have previous experience or training with decarbonization technologies such as geothermal heating systems, renewable natural gas projects or hydrogen engineering projects.
• previous experience developing long and short term investment plans using risk-based gas asset management principles.
• communication skills, written skills and strong computer skills, proficiency with MS Office Suite required and preference for experience with utility work management systems, advanced SQL queries and data models, advanced Python skills and managing large-scale data systems across cloud and enterprise platforms
• A valid Driver's license required.

$138,000 - $162,000 a year

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.

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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 operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it's everything we put into everything we do. It's our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It's all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.