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About the Role

This position performs advanced natural gas distribution design work supporting customer-driven and system-driven projects. A Designer B develops complete engineering design packages and provides technical guidance to junior design personnel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review engineering designs for natural gas distribution facilities in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and Company practices.
• Prepare complete design packages including distribution main and service designs, meter sets, horizontal directional drilling (HDD) designs, plan and profile drawings, construction details, and associated documentation.
• Perform field investigations, engineering calculations, material selection, and constructability reviews to support safe and cost-effective designs.
• Prepare and coordinate permit applications, bills of material, specifications, and construction documentation required for project execution.
• Support customer-driven projects, including new business, public works, and third-party development activities requiring Gas Engineering involvement.
• Coordinate with customers, contractors, municipalities, regulatory agencies, operations, and construction personnel throughout project development and execution.
• Conduct field inspections and design verification activities as required.
• Provide technical guidance, design review, and CAD training and mentorship to Drafting Technicians and junior designers to support the development of design and drafting competency.

Requirements

• AAS Degree in applicable Engineering Technology.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid's Safe Driver policy.
• Satisfactory completion of validated aptitude testing, as determined by the Company.
• Demonstrated proficiency using computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare engineering drawings, plan and profile drawings, and construction documentation.
• Five to six years of progressively responsible experience in utility drafting, engineering design, or related technical design work, including experience independently developing engineering designs and construction documentation.
• Experience preparing natural gas distribution design packages and construction documentation.
• Knowledge of natural gas distribution systems, meter set design, HDD design, permitting requirements, and plan and profile development.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and provide technical leadership, training, and mentorship to junior design personnel.
• Must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Skills

• Computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Natural gas distribution design
• Project management
• Technical leadership
• Training
• Mentorship

Location

• Albany

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 5-6 years of progressively responsible experience

Education Level

• AAS Degree in applicable Engineering Technology
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Salary/Compensations

• $56.54 per hour

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Tuition assistance

About the Company

• National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.