Engineering Manager, Electrical

About us

National Grid’s Connect 21 strategy is to design, build, and operate efficient energy systems for the 21st century digital economy. Recognizing that renewable energy and our existing generating assets play an important role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, National Grid Generation (NGG) is implementing new technologies that will allow us to meet the future energy needs of customers while supporting environmental compliance.

NGG is the owner and operator of 3,860 MW of steam and combustion turbine units on Long Island. With a focus on safety, reliability, and efficiency, NGG operates as a fully integrated organization, providing operating and support services. Within NGG, the Power Engineering Department (PED) specializes in developing engineered solutions for the steam and combustion turbine units. PED works closely with power plant and support services personnel throughout the engineering and construction phases of specific projects. Additionally, PED actively participates in new project development, encompassing utility-scale battery storage, solar energy, and simple cycle combustion turbine generators. As a multi-disciplined team, PED engineers are self-directed, empowered, and take ownership of projects from inception to operation. The department prides itself on engineering innovative solutions, embracing new technologies, and fostering collaboration to deliver successful projects.

National Grid is hiring an Engineering Manager, Electrical. This position sits in our Hicksville NY location.

Job Purpose

The Electrical Engineering Manager, reporting to the Director of the Power Engineering Department (PED), will support and lead internal and external team members in collaborative efforts for new projects, regulatory compliance, and enhancements to the existing fleet of steam and gas turbine units on Long Island. This role encompasses performing technical, financial, and operational evaluations of electrical assets, evaluating project aspects from design to operations, and developing design, specifications, standards, and procedures.

Key Accountabilities

• Serve as the project electrical portfolio manager throughout the lifecycle of multiple projects, including engineering, design, construction, and operation, for both existing generating assets and new energy development opportunities.
• Coach and mentor direct reports and project team members, providing technical direction, performance feedback, and development support to strengthen departmental capability.
• Conduct comprehensive asset evaluations to determine maintenance and investment requirements.
• Review safety, environmental, and financial risk analyses to ensure project viability.
• Approve cost estimates, conduct benefit analyses, and assess risks for projects.
• Review engineering calculations and studies to support project scope and requirements.
• Review specifications, standards, and procedures to ensure project compliance and quality.
• Provide technical evaluations for new energy development projects, including areas such as energy storage, solar, relay protection, and combustion turbines.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies to identify their potential application in new projects and existing assets, aiming to provide enhanced value to customers and load serving entities.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for NPCC and NERC reliability standards, providing guidance on compliance requirements and technical interpretation.
• Support, maintain, and continuously improve the electrical equipment maintenance program to enhance reliability, availability, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide field engineering and troubleshooting support to help return generation assets to service safely and in a timely manner.
• Interface effectively with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate priorities, resolve technical issues, and support successful project execution.
• Provide technical expertise to support safety initiatives, Good Catches, lessons learned, and development of internal standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• NYS Professional Engineer (PE) license a must.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Minimum 15 years of related experience with proven leadership skills in effectively leading and managing internal/external project teams.
• Experience with AutoCAD and electrical system modeling applications (e.g., SKM, ETAP).
• In-depth understanding of industry standards and regulations, including OHSA, NFPA, NEMA, UL, IEEE, NERC, and NPCC.
• Demonstrated ability to perform technical analysis, troubleshoot electrical issues, and propose effective solutions.
• Demonstrated experience with relay protection and control systems, including protection schemes, relay settings, coordination studies, control logic, event analysis, and commissioning support.
• Strong knowledge of power generation systems, including generators, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
• Familiarity with energy storage systems, solar and wind power generation.
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Skilled in project cost/benefit and risk analysis.
• Capable of working in a power plant environment, recognizing hazards, and implementing safeguards.