Lead Designer, Gas Planning and Design Engineering

About us

 

National Grid is hiring a Lead Designer, Gas Planning and Design Engineering in Melville, 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 put 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.

Job Purpose

 

The LNG/CNG Project Engineering group is looking for a Lead Designer to support the engineering team in the development and execution of LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) and CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) projects. The Designer plays a crucial role in translating engineering designs and concepts into detailed technical drawings and documentation. The Designer will be assisting the team on designing new facilities as well as modifying existing equipment and systems.

Key Accountabilities

 

1. Create and update technical drawings using AutoCAD software to accurately depict LNG/CNG facilities, equipment, and systems.
2. Develop a comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM) in collaboration with the engineering team, listing all necessary materials, components, and equipment for the project.
3. Revise and modify drawings based on feedback received from the engineering team, ensuring that all changes are accurately reflected.
4. Maintain project documentation, including drawings and the BOM, ensuring that they are organized, up to date, and upload to National Grid’s document management system OpenText.
5. Coordinate with stakeholders such as architects, contractors, and suppliers to gather necessary information for the drawings and BOM.
6. Perform quality control checks on drawings to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards, while also adhering to safety guidelines.

 

Qualifications

 

1. Proficiency in CAD software and drafting tools.
2. Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Knowledge of engineering principles, standards, and codes for LNG/CNG projects.
4. Familiarity with relevant software and tools used in the industry.
5. Good communication and collaboration skills.
6. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.

More Information

 

Salary - $131,000 - $154,000

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.