Supervisor (Distribution Design), Electric Operations

National Grid•Queensbury, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

National Grid is hiring a Distribution Design Supervisor for its Electric Operations department in Queensbury, New York. The supervisor leads and mentors a team of design professionals responsible for developing safe, reliable, and innovative electric distribution infrastructure solutions. The role combines technical expertise, leadership, and collaboration to drive project success, support team development, and deliver high-quality designs for a modern and resilient energy network. The supervisor oversees design work and construction packages for overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems, reviews designs for compliance, and manages team resources, schedules, and priorities. The position also coordinates with internal departments and external stakeholders, supports designers’ professional growth, and promotes safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience in distribution design.
Ability to work without current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering preferred.
Associate of Science degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering will be considered.
Previous leadership, training, or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee and support distribution designers developing designs and construction packages for overhead and underground electric utility distribution systems.
Provide guidance, technical assistance, and problem-solving support to designers throughout project lifecycles.
Review and approve designs for compliance with industry standards, company policies, and customer requirements.
Manage team resources, schedules, and priorities to ensure timely project completion.
Conduct regular check-ins with team members to track progress and address challenges.
Interface as necessary with clients, contractors, local inspection authorities, other public utilities, governmental agencies, public leaders, and regulatory agencies including the PSC and DPU.
Coordinate with other departments to support project workflows and promptly resolve issues.
Mentor and train designers to support their professional growth.
Lead and manage daily design team activities to ensure efficient, high-quality output.
Assign tasks based on team members’ skills and project requirements.
Monitor performance and provide constructive feedback during evaluations.
Participate in hiring decisions and onboarding new team members.
Promote a positive, supportive work environment that fosters teamwork and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with leadership on project status, team performance, and resource needs.
Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company quality standards.