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Location: Brooklyn, NY, US, 11217; Boston, MA, US, 02108 Division: Asset Development & Offshore Wind Job Type: Requisition Number: 60602 Department: Job Function: Engineering Our team is responsible for developing and delivering transmission solutions that enable the grid of tomorrow/renewable future. In this role, you will support offshore and onshore electric substation and transmission projects within National Grid Ventures, including joint venture projects such as Community Offshore Wind. Job Purpose The candidate will primarily work in the Offshore Wind business unit leading electrical engineering packages for onshore and offshore high voltage transmission cables. Responsibilities include managing a team of engineers and external consultants to lead work packages from conceptual engineering through commissioning: Manage project engineering and development activities associated with high voltage submarine and underground cable systems to deliver desired project outcomes. Support the broader NGV US Northeast team in policy, technical assessments, and project development phases. Manage all aspects of cable system engineering requirements including route selection, cable design, and installation for currently planned HVDC projects and offshore grids. Manage technical evaluations of projects and support economic values and cost estimations. Work across all phases of feasibility assessments, proposal write-ups, cost and pricing formation, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory processes. Manage a team of subject matter experts to provide input to state and federal permit processes, e.g., BOEM Construction and Operations Plan and NY State Article VII process. Key Accountabilities Manage engineering team to deliver simultaneous delivery of multiple projects. Ensure proper staffing and development of personnel. Guide and enable employees to accomplish performance objectives. Foster a fair and trusting environment through open communications. Train and develop workforce competencies. Prepare and control development expense and capital budgets within area of responsibility. Accountable for delivery of engineering packages and team performance. Pursue technical assessments to deliver economically advantageous options, feasibility, and project opportunities. Provide technical evaluation of OEM proposals and advise on product selection. Oversee consultants, engineers, or other subject matter experts as required to augment or complement the Business Development team. Lead technical analysis to support potential project partnerships. Document, present, and report findings and justifications. Help prepare executive summaries or investment committee papers. Support or lead on siting, permitting, and licensing requirements and/or hearings, if required. Represent National Grid interests on national, regional, and local levels when necessary. Work in a project team and matrix environment interacting with individuals across NG functions in the US and UK. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, required. Seven to ten years of experience in submarine and underground cable system engineering, design, installation, or operations is required. Excellent interpersonal and managerial skills. Established relationships or working knowledge of cable suppliers and installers is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical topics into business insight and articulate the impact of results. Demonstrated ability to manage complex team interfaces to facilitate and drive project deliverables is essential. Familiarity with recent trends in on-shore and off-shore wind, other large-scale renewable generation, energy storage, conventional generation, and emerging technologies such as green hydrogen is a plus. More Information Downstate NY: $167,000 - $197,000 a year New England MA: $156,000 - $184,000 a year 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 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. Nearest Major Market: Brooklyn Nearest Secondary Market: New York City #J-18808-Ljbffr National Grid plc

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