Senior Engineer, Gas Asset Engineering

National Grid plc; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid plc is seeking a Senior Engineer for Gas Asset Management and Engineering in MA, based in Waltham with a hybrid work model. The role focuses on developing non-pipeline alternatives (NPA) assessment processes, and integrating climate compliance into the asset management strategy, with partnerships across engineering teams and stakeholders.

The candidate will advance NPA/IEP software tools, support geothermal and electrification initiatives, and contribute to decarbonization efforts,

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in an engineering discipline required, ABET-accreditation preferred
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering or technical project role required
• Experience with gas planning using Synergi gas hydraulic modeling software or equivalent preferred
• Experience or training with decarbonization technologies (geothermal heating, renewable natural gas, or hydrogen) preferred
• Experience developing long/short-term investment plans using risk-based gas asset management principles preferred
• Exceptional verbal and written communication required
• Strong computer skills, proficiency with MS Office Suite required
• Experience with utility work management systems, advanced SQL queries, data models, advanced Python, and large-scale data systems across cloud/enterprise platforms preferred
• Valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with gas process owners to identify enhancements to evaluate NPAs for gas infrastructure investments
• Assist in development of NPA and Integrated Energy Planning software applications
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement NPA frameworks and IEP best practices
• Support the Company’s networked geothermal project and electrification demonstration program
• Provide engineering support for decarbonization efforts including regulatory filings and research activities

Skills

Gas planning

Python

SQL

Data modeling

MS Office

Communication

Cloud data systems

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Tools

Synergi gas

Job description

National Grid is hiring a Senior Engineer, Gas Asset Management and Engineering for our MA Future of Heat team. This hybrid role is based in Waltham, MA.

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.

The Role

The Senior Engineer focuses on developing the non-pipeline alternatives (NPA) assessment process, which will include continuing to develop digital assessment tools. They also partner with asset engineers to integrate the climate compliance requirements into the Company’s risk-based asset management strategy.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with current gas and electric process owners to identify process enhancements to evaluate NPAs to gas infrastructure investments
• Assist the technical team with program support in the development of NPA and Integrated Energy Planning (IEP) software applications
• Collaborate 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

About You

• Bachelors’ degree in an engineering discipline required, ABET-accreditation preferred
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering or technical project role required
• Previous gas planning experience utilizing Synergi gas hydraulic modeling software or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience or training with decarbonization technologies such as geothermal heating systems, renewable natural gas projects or hydrogen engineering projects preferred
• Previous experience developing long and short-term investment plans using risk-based gas asset management principles preferred
• Exceptional verbal and written communication required
• Strong computer skills, proficiency with MS Office Suite required
• 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 preferred
• Valid driver’s license required

$123,000 - $144,000 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.