Lead Specialist, Telecommunications

Description

• Develop standards, procedures and job aids to support field testing and commissioning personnel related to telecom. Test and challenge existing procedures/practices and highlight areas for improvement in order to ensure they are robust.
• Undertake specific tasks of varying complexity to support colleagues in the design of technical solutions.
• Develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders to obtain and share information that will benefit National Grid.
• Execute instructions and requests, plan and organize resources and make appropriate arrangements to ensure that work is carried out efficiently and in line with relevant policies and processes.

Requirements

• Telecom and substation testing and commissioning experience preferred.
• A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited engineering program is preferred.
• New York State Professional Engineers License (or ability to obtain within 1 yr) is a plus
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• A minimum of 5 years’ work experience in Telecom (master’s degree considered equivalent to 1 yr work experience)
• Proficient MS Office computer skills (Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Good working knowledge of industry standards, safety standards, and existing electrical design codes.
• Proven interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Telecom test equipment subject matter expert.
• Ability to physically navigate in and around an electrical substation.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance