Lead Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical investigations and administrative tasks related to power plant operation and maintenance.
• Analyze, identify and take appropriate actions to correct unsatisfactory system and plant conditions and to improve plant performance.
• Interface with other company departments as well as external contractors and vendors in the performance of plant operations and maintenance.
• Conduct equipment tests, analyze the results and prepare recommendations for corrective actions.
• Oversee company or contractor work force in the performance of plant modifications, maintenance and repairs.
• Monitor all plant operating and environmental conditions through regular inspections and review of logs.
• Be "on call" on a regular scheduled basis during weekends and off hours to respond to plant contingencies.

Requirements

• General knowledge in areas of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, electricity and related disciplines is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science is required with a minimum of 5+ years related experience, (power plant systems and maintenance experience preferred).

Qualifications

• Responsible for Capital Project implementation ($1M+).
• Responsible for overseeing contractor personnel.
• Responsible for Equipment repair and replacement.
• Assumes responsibility for Section personnel (10-45) in Manager's absence.

Skills

• Technical knowledge in power plant systems and maintenance.
• Ability to conduct equipment tests and analyze results.
• Experience in managing and supervising a team.

Benefits

• Salary range: $157,000 - $184,000 per year.

Pay

• $157,000 - $184,000 per year.

Schedule

• "On call" during weekends and off hours to respond to plant contingencies.