Team

Engineering

Business Unit

New York Jurisdiction

Requisition No.

10529

City

Albany, US, 12204

Date posted

9 August 2026

Associate Engineer (Electrical Planning and Design), Electrical Engineering

National Grid is hiring an DER Distribution Engineer for our Distribution Planning and Asset Management department our New York Service area.

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.

Job Purpose

National Grid is seeking a talented and forward-thinking Engineer to join our Distribution Planning & Asset Management (DPAM) team in New York. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the electric grid by supporting the integration of renewable energy resources and advancing New York’s clean energy transition.In this role, you will serve as a technical leader for Distributed Generation (DG) interconnections, overseeing the evaluation, planning, and review of renewable energy projects such as solar, battery storage, and other distributed energy resources. As a subject matter expert, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance grid reliability, improve system resilience, and streamline interconnection processes for customers and developers.You’ll have the opportunity to influence the modernization of the electric distribution system while ensuring compliance with New York State Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIR). Your expertise will help drive process improvements, support the Company’s clean energy commitments, and deliver an exceptional customer experience.

What You’ll Do: Lead the review and analysis of Distributed Generation (DG) interconnection applications.Ensure compliance with New York State Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIR).Partner with engineering and operational teams to improve system reliability and resilience.Serve as a trusted technical resource and SME for DG interconnections and planning activities.Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and customer service.Support National Grid’s clean energy and grid modernization initiatives.

Why Join National Grid? Make a direct impact on New York’s clean energy future.Work on innovative projects involving renewable energy and grid modernization.Collaborate with experienced industry professionals and technical leaders.Contribute to meaningful work that benefits customers, communities, and the environment.Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement.This role is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about renewable energy integration, problem-solving, and helping build a smarter, more resilient electric grid for the future.

Key Accountabilities

• System Planning & Asset Management: Assist in strategic direction for immediate and long-term planning of sub-transmission and distribution systems to enhance resilience and meet capacity requirements.
• DER Customer Support: Aid in distributed generation studies quality control and ensure compliance for distributed generation interconnections, offering technical/guideline support to customer groups utilizing the New York State Interconnection Requirements(NYSSIR).
• Reliability Performance: Track key performance metrics and enhance DG interconnection timelines and internal business processes to ensure efficient and optimal delivery of service to distributed generation customers.
• Collaboration: Work with various National Grid departments, including Electric Operations, Regional Control Centers and Distribution Design, to support integration of distributed generation, depl
• oyment of grid modernization, customer centric solutions and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Process Improvement: Proactively identify and implement changes to …