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Lead Engineer, Electrical Planning and Design

National Grid
Northborough, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
About Us

Superpowered. Meaningful work. Human impact. A story we're proud to tell. This is what matters to us at National Grid. In a world of complexity and unanswered questions, there is one thing we're certain about: The power of our people.

National Grid is hiring a Lead Engineer (Electrical Planning and Design), Electrical Engineering for Massachusetts. This is a Onsite Role - Must live within a commutable distance to Northboro, MA.

Job Purpose

Electric Transmission Engineering designs projects that improve the reliability of the high-voltage electric system for our customers. Our team has a process driven and self-directed culture; solving diverse technical challenges for large, complex, multi-year projects. We investigate new, innovative solutions for a wide variety of projects. We are proud of how we respond to emergency situations in-the-moment by supporting restoration efforts, and also develop standards and documentation for the next generation of engineers. Electric Transmission Engineering ensures safe and reliable transmission designs for customers and communities now and in the future.

Key Accountabilities

  • Perform transmission line engineering and design work on various projects including new transmission lines, refurbishments, and reconductoring projects.
  • Specify, order, and coordinate material delivery. Review vendor calculations and fabrication drawings.
  • Support Environmental and other permitting efforts.
  • Prepare project specifications, and develop procedures and technical documents.
  • Collaborate with diverse project teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • 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.
  • Provide technical guidance, support, and coaching to less experienced engineers.
  • Investigate the adoption of new and innovative technologies.

Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school.
  • 7 or more years professional experience in an engineering field, preferably transmission engineering.
  • Registered Professional Engineering License and/or advanced technical or business degree (Preferred but not required)
  • Experience with transmission design software including: PLS CADD, PLS POLE, and MFAD
  • Strong working knowledge of industry standards, safety standards, and current design codes, especially the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
  • Proficient Microsoft Office computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of National Grid's business operations (Preferred but not required)
  • Knowledge of relevant industry practice, standards and legislation including technical advancements.

Knowledge Of The Following Is Required

  • Structural analysis
  • Structural steel and wood pole design
  • Electrical clearance analysis
  • Soil Mechanics
  • Foundation design

More Information

Salary - $156,000 - $183,000

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.

Salary : $156,000 - $183,000

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