Hiring: Senior Engineer, Distribution Control and Integration Company: National Grid Location: Northborough, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-15 14:13:00 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : MPLS, SCADA, Subnetting About the job Experience: •6+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent demonstrated expertise, supporting distribution automation, OT networking, or control system communications in utility or mission‑critical environments preferred. Required Skills: •As a Senior Engineer in DC&I, you will serve as a technical leader supporting National Grid’s ESMP‑aligned Grid Modernization initiatives, with a primary focus on operational technology (OT) network engineering and communications for distribution field devices outside of the substation. •In this position, you will own and influence OT communications architecture and network design for grid‑edge devices including reclosers, voltage regulators, switches, RTUs, and other distribution automation assets. •As a senior engineer, you will act as a technical subject‑matter expert and escalation point, working hands‑on with IP‑based networking, field and wide‑area communications, and cybersecurity controls. •Collaborate closely with DC&I peers, SCADA/ADMS, IT, telecom, and cybersecurity teams to deliver scalable, resilient, and secure communications solutions, while helping guide technical standards and mentor engineers supporting distribution automation. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution is required. •Strong hands‑on experience with IP‑based networking in OT environments, including routing, switching, VLANs, subnetting, segmentation, and network troubleshooting preferred. •Solid functional working knowledge of distribution automation and control systems such as SCADA, ADMS, DERMS, FLISR, VVO, or similar intelligent grid applications preferred. •Understanding of cybersecurity principles for OT and industrial control systems, including defense‑in‑depth, network segmentation, access control, monitoring, and secure remote access preferred. •Demonstrated capacity to translate operational and engineering requirements into robust network and communications designs, and to interpret network diagrams and interface specifications preferred. •Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to engineering peers, operations personnel, and leadership. •Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as needed. •A valid driver’s license is required. Compensation: •$134,000 - $157,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!