Senior Engineer, Gas Planning and Design Engineering

National Grid plc; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Annual bonus

Generous pension

Private medical insurance

Job summary

National Grid plc in Albany, NY is seeking a Senior Engineer in Gas Planning and Design Engineering (Hybrid). This role leads the planning, design, and technical review of gas distribution projects, ensuring safety and compliance while supporting project execution from concept through completion.

The successful candidate will coordinate with Operations, Construction, and Asset Management, review drawings, calculations, costs, and schedules, and mentor engineers and consultants while managing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience applying engineering principles to design, construction, operation, maintenance, or management of infrastructure, utility, industrial, manufacturing, energy, or related systems.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications, calculations, and construction documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and engineering decision-making abilities.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout National Grid's service territory as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering development and technical execution of gas distribution infrastructure projects, including main replacement, customer growth, municipal coordination, and system reinforcement programs.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction work packages.
• Perform design quality reviews and provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, and engineering consultants.
• Support engineering evaluations related to system capacity, constructability, reliability, safety, and asset performance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Customer Connections, Construction, Asset Management, Damage Prevention, Maps & Records, and other stakeholders to support project execution from concept through completion.
• Interpret and apply applicable regulations, engineering standards, and company requirements.
• Develop project scopes, technical specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation for capital projects.
• Manage external engineering consultants and contracted design firms to ensure quality deliverables, schedule adherence, budget compliance, and alignment with company standards.
• Lead and participate in initiatives focused on engineering efficiency, design quality, standardization, process improvement, and the adoption of engineering best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Job description

Senior Engineer, Gas Planning and Design Engineering

About us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Engineer, Gas Distribution Design Engineering (Hybrid) in Albany, NY.

Every day, we deliver safe, reliable energy to homes, communities, and businesses. As the energy industry evolves, we are focused on meeting customer needs today while building the energy systems of tomorrow.

We are investing in our infrastructure, modernizing our processes, and developing innovative solutions that safely and efficiently deliver energy throughout the communities we serve.

Job Purpose

The Senior Engineer provides engineering leadership and technical expertise for gas distribution infrastructure projects and programs. This role is responsible for the planning, design, technical review, and execution support of engineering projects, ensuring compliance with company standards, applicable regulations, and industry best practices.

The Senior Engineer serves as a technical resource to internal stakeholders and external engineering consultants, supporting the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of gas distribution infrastructure projects.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead the engineering development and technical execution of gas distribution infrastructure projects, including main replacement, customer growth, municipal coordination, and system reinforcement programs.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering designs, calculations, drawings, specifications, and construction work packages.
• Perform design quality reviews and provide technical guidance to engineers, designers, and engineering consultants.
• Support engineering evaluations related to system capacity, constructability, reliability, safety, and asset performance.
• Collaborate with Operations, Customer Connections, Construction, Asset Management, Damage Prevention, Maps & Records, and other stakeholders to support project execution from concept through completion.
• Interpret and apply applicable regulations, engineering standards, and company requirements.
• Develop project scopes, technical specifications, cost estimates, and supporting documentation for capital projects.
• Manage external engineering consultants and contracted design firms to ensure quality deliverables, schedule adherence, budget compliance, and alignment with company standards.
• Lead and participate in initiatives focused on engineering efficiency, design quality, standardization, process improvement, and the adoption of engineering best practices.
• Manage multiple engineering projects and priorities while maintaining commitments related to safety, quality, schedule, and budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience applying engineering principles to the design, construction, operation, maintenance, or management of infrastructure, utility, industrial, manufacturing, energy, or related systems.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications, calculations, and construction documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and engineering decision-making abilities.
• Strong project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel throughout National Grid's service territory as required.

Preferred

• Experience in natural gas utility, pipeline, or other regulated infrastructure industries.
• Knowledge of gas distribution infrastructure, including mains, services, valves, pressure regulation equipment, and associated system components.
• Experience interpreting and applying utility regulations, engineering standards, and industry codes.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Experience managing engineering consultants and contracted engineering services.
• Advanced degree and/or relevant industry certifications.

More Information

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Upstate NY Salary: $113,000 - $132,000 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.

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .

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.