Associate Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design
About usNational Grid is hiring an Associate Electrical Engineer, Telecom Engineering in our Northboro, MA (Hybrid) location.
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.
About This DepartmentPrimarily responsible for engineering design, implementation, integration, and troubleshooting support for telecommunications and data network systems involving electric transmission, distribution, sub-transmission, metering and other grid technologies.
The NE Telecom Engineering Department is focused on telecommunications technology development for National Grid's U.
S.
business.
Our team culture is self-directed and empowered.
Team members work on a wide range of projects; taking innovative concepts/ visions and making them a reality.
We enable our energy future through projects supporting wind and PV generation, energy storage, smart grid and transportation electrification.
We are hiring engineers for projects in our NE jurisdiction.
Position SummaryAs an Associate Engineer in the department, you will participate in the specification, design, and implementation of innovative communications and networking technologies for the electric distribution and sub-transmission systems.
Primary areas of responsibility will be focusing on providing telecom engineering support for various grid modernization initiatives and projects.
These could include evaluation of emerging technologies; participation in equipment specification and selection; performing end-to-end solution design including validation and testing of communications systems.
You will work under close supervisor by senior engineers/managers to develop the technical and organizational skills necessary to move up in rank following our Engineering Progression Framework.
You will work closely with our other engineering departments to provide communications solutions for projects assigned to those groups.
You will also assist in development of long-term strategies for fiber network infrastructure and field area networks supporting grid controls, monitors, meters and other fixed and mobile devices.
Key Accountabilities Perform routine engineering work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out engineering tasks.
Complete assignments that are designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities while being guided by engineering manager and/or more senior engineers.
Execute instructions and requests, plan and organize resources, and make appropriate arrangements to ensure that work is carried out efficiently and in line with policies and processes.
Actively engage our IT and third-party communications partners in the development of end-to-end communications solutions.
Build and nurture relationships with industry peers and other external industry influencers to keep abreast of technical innovations and their potential benefits.
Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited engineering school.
Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Exam is preferred.
Course work that includes at least some of the following technologies:
RF fundamentals and data communication systems including point to point, point to multipoint and mesh topologies.
Private and public LTE networks Fiber optic and microwave transport systems Leased wired and wireless services Computer network routing/switching, cloud services Co-op or work experience involving field wireless communication networks is preferred.
Basic understanding of program management tasks and the technical skills required to achieve.
General verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interface and communicate with people at all levels across the organization.
Must be able to work overtime and/or holidays, nights, weekends as needed.
Must be able to travel overnight outside the normal work area.
Your RewardsSalary:
$85,000 - $100,000 a yearThis 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 an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise.
We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.
National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer.
We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
#LI1-JH #LI-Hybrid Recommended Skills Cloud Computing Coordinating Electric Power Distribution Electric Power Transmission Electrical Engineering Engineering Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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.
About This DepartmentPrimarily responsible for engineering design, implementation, integration, and troubleshooting support for telecommunications and data network systems involving electric transmission, distribution, sub-transmission, metering and other grid technologies.
The NE Telecom Engineering Department is focused on telecommunications technology development for National Grid's U.
S.
business.
Our team culture is self-directed and empowered.
Team members work on a wide range of projects; taking innovative concepts/ visions and making them a reality.
We enable our energy future through projects supporting wind and PV generation, energy storage, smart grid and transportation electrification.
We are hiring engineers for projects in our NE jurisdiction.
Position SummaryAs an Associate Engineer in the department, you will participate in the specification, design, and implementation of innovative communications and networking technologies for the electric distribution and sub-transmission systems.
Primary areas of responsibility will be focusing on providing telecom engineering support for various grid modernization initiatives and projects.
These could include evaluation of emerging technologies; participation in equipment specification and selection; performing end-to-end solution design including validation and testing of communications systems.
You will work under close supervisor by senior engineers/managers to develop the technical and organizational skills necessary to move up in rank following our Engineering Progression Framework.
You will work closely with our other engineering departments to provide communications solutions for projects assigned to those groups.
You will also assist in development of long-term strategies for fiber network infrastructure and field area networks supporting grid controls, monitors, meters and other fixed and mobile devices.
Key Accountabilities Perform routine engineering work requiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteria in carrying out engineering tasks.
Complete assignments that are designed to develop professional work knowledge and abilities while being guided by engineering manager and/or more senior engineers.
Execute instructions and requests, plan and organize resources, and make appropriate arrangements to ensure that work is carried out efficiently and in line with policies and processes.
Actively engage our IT and third-party communications partners in the development of end-to-end communications solutions.
Build and nurture relationships with industry peers and other external industry influencers to keep abreast of technical innovations and their potential benefits.
Qualifications A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited engineering school.
Completion of Fundamentals of Engineering Exam is preferred.
Course work that includes at least some of the following technologies:
RF fundamentals and data communication systems including point to point, point to multipoint and mesh topologies.
Private and public LTE networks Fiber optic and microwave transport systems Leased wired and wireless services Computer network routing/switching, cloud services Co-op or work experience involving field wireless communication networks is preferred.
Basic understanding of program management tasks and the technical skills required to achieve.
General verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively interface and communicate with people at all levels across the organization.
Must be able to work overtime and/or holidays, nights, weekends as needed.
Must be able to travel overnight outside the normal work area.
Your RewardsSalary:
$85,000 - $100,000 a yearThis 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 an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise.
We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve.
National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer.
We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.
#LI1-JH #LI-Hybrid Recommended Skills Cloud Computing Coordinating Electric Power Distribution Electric Power Transmission Electrical Engineering Engineering Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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