Engineer, Civil and Structural Engineering

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National Grid is hiring a Engineer, Civil and Structural Engineering for Massachusetts. This is a Onsite Role – Must live within a commutable distance to Northboro, MA.

Job Purpose

Civil / Structural /Project Engineer to support successful and on-time delivery of substation projects including supporting the capital investment plan, distribution and transmission interconnection projects, and other emerging work or new technologies. Substation projects include equipment replacement, asset separation, rebuilds and greenfield (new) substations.

Key Accountabilities

* With minimal oversight provide project, field, and real time engineering for all civil/structural aspects of substation design and construction. Will work on minor equipment replacements and retrofits, complicated rebuilds and new substations, and everything in between.
* Collaborate with cross functional / multi-discipline teams: Electrical engineers and designers, as well as Construction, Environmental, Permitting, Operations, Security, Project Management, Estimating, Real Estate, and Legal departments to ensure successful project completion.
* Acting as Design Engineer: create detailed civil/structural calculations and drawings for foundations as well as steel and aluminum substation structures while utilizing all applicable building and industry codes and standards (ASCE 113, ASCE 7, ASCE 24, ACI, AISC, ADM, NESC, IBC, State Building Codes, etc.).
* Acting as Owner’s Engineer: provide project oversight by directing subcontractors (Civil/Structural/Architectural/Fabricators), interpret and review of submittals, including but not limited to calculations, drawings, material specifications, shop and construction / demolition drawings, topographical and GPR surveys, LiDAR scans, test pits and borings.
* Willing to work continuous 16+ hour days (including holidays) on emergency storm duty assignments away from home, leading outsourced line crews or assessing damage to the distribution system (paid).
* Participate in and/or present substation projects at municipal Planning Board and Zoning Board meetings after normal hours of business.
* Prepare Scopes of Work, issue RFQ’s, respond to RFI’s, review bid packages, and award contracts.
* Conduct field inspections, determine cost effective solutions, and develop comprehensive engineering reports based on applicable design codes, engineering procedures, and sound safety practices.
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously and develop and track schedules for engineering milestones.
* Prepare Technical Specifications and work with Procurement to order equipment and materials.
* Provide technical guidance, support, and mentorship to less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

* A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering – Structural or geotechnical concentration preferred.
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in civil / structural engineering. Substation or other electrical utility experience strongly preferred (e.g. Transmission, Generation, etc.).
* Working towards PE licensure with plans to obtain.
* General knowledge of various structural and foundation systems required. General knowledge of various material types such as steel, aluminum, and reinforced concrete is required.
* Knowledge of oil containment systems and flood resilient design is preferred.
* General knowledge of civil site design, stormwater design, and Federal/State/local permitting is required.
* General knowledge of the following is desired but not required: Substation equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, switches, reclosers, metal clad switchgear, control houses, etc. Substation construction and maintenance techniques, electric utility operation practices, including distribution system.
* Demonstration of a high level of personal initiative and ability to interact with a diverse group of personnel. Proven interpersonal and written communication skills.
* Proactively build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to obtain and share information that will benefit National Grid and our customers.
* Demonstration of effective time management and task prioritization and capability to describe highly technical material to non-technical staff.
* Proficient MS Office computer skills (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
* Familiar with industry software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, RISA software, MathCad, L-Pile).
* Valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle, and acceptable driving record.
* Ability to physically navigate in and around an energized electrical substation.
* Strong problem solving and analytical skills – able to work independently to find solutions. Ability to manage several projects and responsibilities daily.

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