Senior Electrical Designer

About us

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.

At National Grid, we aim to create an environment where everyone is welcomed for who they are and where our differences are celebrated. We utilize the insights of our employees that come from all different cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs to better serve our customers and communities.

National Grid is hiring a Senior Electrical Designer. This role is located in our Hicksville, NY location.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Designer to support power generation and related facilities by developing high-quality electrical power and control designs for modifications and upgrades to existing assets. This role interfaces closely with engineering, plant operations, maintenance, and construction teams to ensure designs are safe, compliant, constructible, and aligned with National Grid Asset Management requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop electrical power and control system design drawings and supporting calculations for power generation, substations, transmission, and gas facilities.
• Conduct field assessments to evaluate existing conditions and support accurate, constructible designs.
• Ensure all designs comply with National Grid Asset Management requirements, applicable codes, and engineering standards.
• Review and approve vendor, consultant, and shop drawings.
• Select electrical and control materials and prepare material takeoffs.
• Assemble complete construction design packages.
• Coordinate design activities with electrical, controls, and other engineering disciplines.
• Provide technical guidance to plant personnel, maintenance organizations, and installation contractors.
• Learn to prepare labor-hour and cost estimates; analyze and understand variances.
• Support commissioning activities and assist in resolving field issues during construction.
• Perform field surveys, inspections, measurements, and document as-built conditions.
• Participate in project meetings and provide ongoing technical support to electric production teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of utility or industrial electrical design and construction experience.
• Knowledge of power plant systems, equipment, and operations.
• Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards.
• Experience with construction support, inspections, and field coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (required).
• Experience with raster design/CAD overlays and document management systems (e.g., OpenText).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• AutoCAD capability required.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and computer skills.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.

Salary

$109,000 - $128,000 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.