Engineering Manager, Gas Asset Engineering

Job Description

National Grid is hiring a Engineering Manager for our Gas Asset Engineering department in Schenectady, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there

when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The

pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in

an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery

today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

This position creates the strategy and provides the leadership for the group of engineers that assess and manage the integrity of National Grid's take stations, regulator stations, and LNG facility transmission piping. This position develops, directs, and maintains the Integrity Management Program (IMP) in accordance with Federal and State rules and regulations. It also governs and conducts the condition-based asset risk assessment activities that are used to drive capital investment planning activities. The key objective of this position is to ensure that National Grid’s station assets operating at transmission pressure comply with, or exceed, all Federal and State regulatory requirements.

• Develop, revise, and maintain the department Integrity Management Program plans.
• Develop plans to regularly inspect and assess the piping and equipment at take stations, transmission regulator stations, and LNG facility transmission piping.
• Lead the condition-based asset risk assessment activities for the complete portfolio of take stations, regulator stations, and pipeline heaters.
• Analyze and report on the results of asset assessments and the overview of asset health.
• Maintain and improve the asset assessment tools and methodology.
• Collaborate with other asset owner groups to ensure consistent threat identification and risk assessment practices.
• Manage department IMP budgets and ensure IMP activities are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Direct and deliver a range of assessment and inspection services utilizing external contractors and consultants as well as internal resources.
• Ensure completion of action items, training, and other key performance indicators related to team performance.
• Meet with key external stakeholders as required – Pipeline Companies, Regulatory Agencies.
• Work with other functional leaders in National Grid to drive consistency and sharing of best practice in engineering and asset management for Gas Distribution.

• Develop and delegate a team to ensure results are delivered in line with expectations and business objectives.

Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited institution, focusing in an engineering discipline or science; with an advanced degree or equivalent or Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
A minimum of six (6) years’ experience in an engineering/technical role, with relevant industry experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated leadership abilities to direct a group of diverse personnel
Strong presentation skills for an audience of business leads, engineers, and senior management
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and project simultaneously
Ability to gain support of colleagues during meetings, provide decisions, and make recommendations in order to meet company goals for asset integrity and safety
Adapts approach and considers what is important to the audience and tailors messaging accordingly when presenting
Actively builds and maintains a network of relationships, outside normal business contacts.
Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems promptly
Proactively makes changes to improve performance, efficiency and effectiveness of processes
Challenges existing engineering procedures and highlights areas for improvement.
Possesses positive expectations for team members and expresses regard for them.
Is receptive to change and is willing to change ideas or opinions based on new information or contrary evidence.
Experience involving technical analysis and implementation of solution-based sound engineering principles and processes
In-depth knowledge and technical experience of gas pressure regulation equipment and stations
Preferred knowledge of current trends within industry and developments in legislation or regulation related to PHMSA pipeline rules, 49CFR192 DOT pipeline codes, and ASME/ANSIB31.8 code
Preferred knowledge of National Grid’s business operations, company policies and practices
Excellent financial tracking and analysis skills
Must have a valid driver's license with safe driving history; this position requires travel to and from various National Grid facilities in Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island

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. Internal 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.