About the Role
National Grid is hiring a Reliability Engineer for the Power Engineering Department (PED) within Power Plant Operations (PPO). This role supports internal and external teams on new projects and improvements to existing steam and combustion turbine units on Long Island. The engineer will assess and implement upgrades, evaluate equipment, select materials, and manage projects from inception through operation.
Responsibilities
- Perform material and materials root cause failure analysis and formulate corrective actions and repairs.
- Perform condition assessment inspections of high energy piping, piping supports and boiler components.
- Perform inspections of fuel oil storage tanks and chemical storage tanks in accordance with applicable codes (e.g., API 653, ASME VIII).
- Conduct high energy piping surveys, including hot and cold piping and support position assessments.
- Specify and evaluate nondestructive examination (NDE) requirements and methodologies.
- Work closely with plant staff and engineers to establish scope and details for new equipment installations.
- Perform engineering calculations in accordance with latest codes and industry standards.
- Develop technical specifications, standards and procedures for engineering projects.
- Perform field surveys to support design development, project execution, and documentation of as-built conditions.
Requirements
- 2 years of related power plant mechanical, materials, chemistry or equivalent experience in an industrial environment.
- Knowledge of, or experience with failure analysis of ferrous and nonferrous materials.
- Knowledge of, or experience with thermodynamics and fluids systems.
- Experience working with Engineering codes.
- Familiarity with testing and process methods.
- NYS Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certificate.
- Able to engage and lead others to successful results on projects.
- Strong analytical and solution-oriented thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively on multiple projects, including high visibility initiatives.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point applications.
- Effective verbal and written skills.
- Capable of working in a power plant environment.
- Capable of recognizing hazards, learning and implementing safeguards.
- Valid NYS Driver’s License.
- Must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Skills
- Materials analysis
- Root cause failure analysis
- Condition assessment inspections
- Nondestructive examination (NDE)
- Engineering calculations
- Technical specification development
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS Outlook
- MS Power Point
Location
- Hicksville, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2 years of related experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, materials engineering or chemical engineering
Salary/Compensations
- $112,000 - $131,000 a year
About the Company
- National Grid's Connect 21 strategy focuses on designing, building, and operating efficient energy systems for the 21st century digital economy.
- National Grid Power Plant Operations (PPO) is implementing new technologies to meet future energy needs and support environmental compliance.
- PPO owns and operates 3,500 megawatts (MW) of steam and combustion turbine units on Long Island, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
- The Power Engineering Department (PED) within PPO develops engineered solutions and collaborates with plant personnel on projects, owning initiatives from inception through operation.
- PED engineers embrace new technologies and collaboration to deliver successful projects.
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.
