Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

National Grid is hiring a Lead Engineer for our Electrical Planning and Design department in Syracuse, NY. 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 put us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of the industry. To be successful, we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reduce the cost of energy delivery today, and pioneer flexible energy systems for tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

The Lead Transmission Line Engineer will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing the construction of transmission lines of 69 kV and above, ensuring reliable and efficient electricity transmission while adhering to industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental considerations.

• Perform engineering and design of large regulatory‑driven projects, Article VII/Article VIII permitting rebuilds, and multi‑state interties.
• Perform the engineering and design of system interconnections for new customers, wind power generation facilities, solar power generation facilities, and other green energy sources.
• Lead pilot projects of new technology such as advanced conductors and alternative structure/foundation types.
• Lead multi‑value transmission engineering projects such as large‑scale asset refurbishments and circuit reconductoring.
• Provide field/construction support to active construction jobs with real‑time engineering input.

• Minimum 6 years work experience.
• A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited engineering program.
• Advanced knowledge of industry standards and/or codes (ASTM, OSHA, NESC, etc.).
• Quality oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• Proficient PLS‑CADD skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Salary: $133,000 – $157,000. This position offers a career path that provides advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the role; gaining experience, expertise, and the ability to apply technical skills. Internal 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.