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National Grid Senior Specialist, Power Plant Engineering Support in Hicksville, New York
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.National Grid is hiring a Senior Specialist, Power Plant. This position is located in Hicksville, NY.
* Responsible to assure the quality of all work performed in accordance with the National Grid Boiler Repair Quality System Manual.
* Support the Generation Asset Management System and Process Assurance programs.
* Perform the duties of the Quality Inspector in the National Grid Generation Boiler Repair R-Stamp program.
- Inspect all procured items associated with R-Stamp boiler repairs to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards (materials, labelling, certification, etc.). Work with suppliers to resolve deficiencies.
- Review all welding job packages associated with fabrication, repair, or alteration within the R-Stamp program.
- Review welders and weld inspectors qualifications in accordance with National Grid procedures and ensure records are maintained.
- Calibrate measurement and test equipment used for quality inspections within the R-Stamp program.
- File completed/approved National Board R forms with the appropriate jurisdictional authorities.
* Coordinate with the appropriate authorities and National Grid organizations to obtain the National Board R-Stamp triennial recertification (for boiler and pressure vessel weld repairs and alterations).
* Maintain the National Grid Boiler Repair Quality System Manual and welding procedures.
* Provide technical support to field installation forces as required at any of the Power Station sites in the service territory.
* Interface with engineers, designers, plant staff, National Grid maintenance support departments, installation Contractors and the contracted Authorized Inspector.
* Support Asset Management System assessments. Analyse and implement findings and recommendations.
* Monitor Asset Management Plans implementation (Plans reviewed at specified cycles, inspections / assessments completed as scheduled, action items implementation, etc.). Provide status reports and advise Asset Plan owners / subject matter experts.
* Support Generation Process Assurance reviews.
* 3 or more years of related power station or large boilers experience.
* Associate degree preferred.
* Should be detail-oriented, have strong technical knowledge, and demonstrate good understanding of quality control processes and standards and knowledge of New York State Code Rules 4 and 14 for boilers and pressure vessels.
* Knowledge of National Board Inspection Code rules.
* Experience with ASME Codes and those specifications related to the inspection of pipes, tubes, valves, fittings, and weld filler materials.
* Effective verbal, written, interpersonal and computer skills.
* A valid New York State driver's license.
Salary
$115,000 - $135,000 a year
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.
Minimum Salary: 115000.00 Maximum Salary: 115000.00 Salary Unit: Yearly
