Senior Technician, Lab and Testing

About us

Superpowered. Meaningful work. Human impact. A story we're proud to tell. This is what matters to us at National Grid.  In a world of complexity and unanswered questions, there is one thing we're certain about: the power of our people. Join us in our goal to deliver 100% fossil-free heat to our customers by 2050!

 

National Grid is hiring a Senior Technician, Lab and Testing for Massachusetts. This is a Hybrid Role - Must live within a commutable distance to one of our locations

Job Purpose

Our team culture is self-directed and empowered. Primarily responsible for commissioning meters for Meter Test and conducting meter audits in the field. Work on vital equipment at company-owned assets. Over time, expand your expertise to include tasks like wholesale meter testing, reading electrical prints, and using complex testing equipment.
 

Key Accountabilities

 

• Ability to gain working knowledge of all aspects of metering including types of meters and PTs/CTs, functionality of meters and PTs/CTs, testing equipment, incorporated software used for meter test equipment, and the manufacturers of meters, PTs/CTs, equipment.
• Accept and satisfactorily complete training in various types of electrical systems and equipment including metering and testing equipment.
• Maintain a solid focus on customers’ expected results.
• Obtain proficient use of laboratory and corporate software systems.
• Demonstrate and maintain excellent oral and written communication skills plus organizational and analytical abilities.
   

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program is preferred.
• Ability to learn the use complex test equipment in a safe and skillful manner.
• Proficient MS Office (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• Must be able to work overtime and/or holidays, nights, weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid’s Safe Driver policy.

More Information

Salary - $94,000 - $110,000

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.