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National Grid is hiring a Right of Way Inspector for our Land Management department in Syracuse, NY as a Hybrid role.
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
Drive engaging, agile, equitable, and cost-efficient solutions to deliver a clean, fair, and affordable energy future. Partnering with National Grid’s Stakeholders to develop a safe working environment. Manage third party uses of the National Grid’s ROWs to ensure that they are safe, compatible, and do not have a negative impact on the environment or our ability to operate and maintain existing and future facilities. Assist with facilitating, overseeing and tracking the third-party occupations and uses within the Company’s rights-of-way. Be a trusted advisor to internal/external customers by establishing channels of communication and meeting their expectations.
Key Accountabilities
- Keeping the ROW safe ensuring encroachments and requests are compatible and safe with the rights-of-way.
- Reach out and coordinate with the full design team, engineers and landowners to organize the necessary submittals for Property-Transaction-Reviews.
- Maintain and update Real Property records and GIS systems.
- Evaluate and prepare an estimate for project related fees required for submittals.
- Stay in communication with the internal and external stakeholders.
- Support departmental processes.
- Respond to simple inquiries about occupancy permits from internal and external clients as well as inquiries requesting third-party use of lands and rights-of-way.
- Assist in the protection, preservation of Company property and property rights.
- Research, examine and interpret public records and plans at Registries of Deeds, Registries of Probate and other public repositories relative to property ownership, title, and encumbrances.
- Record company property records at various Registries of Deeds and other venues.
- Assist with research, investigation to resolve property issues relative to company operations including adequacy of existing rights and property rights restriction lists.
- Interact with Real Estate, internal and external clients and agencies to facilitate property transaction requests.
- Prepare and generate various reports associated with right of way activity and project status.
- Promote and implement best practices in order to ensure all work tasks achieve high productivity and low cost.
- Field inspections and traveling required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- Four (4) year Degree from accredited college preferably in Business/Real Estate/Paralegal Studies/Economics/Civil Engineering/Surveying/Criminal Justice, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum Four (4) years’ experience in above related fields.
- Valid drivers license.
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally to the organization; may include negotiation and presentation skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks timely.
- Proven track record with attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Able to negotiate and resolve conflicts independently.
- Computer experience, preferably Microsoft Office and Project Management.
- Availability for evening and weekend meetings as necessary.
- Work independently and travel as required; to be less than 75% of time.
Preferred:
- Utility experience desired.
- Understanding the use of GIS systems.
- Ability to react and problem solve in safety situations.
- Understanding of engineering and survey plans, maps, and related design drawings, deeds, and appraisal reports.
- Ability to research and interpret land and conveyance records.
Job Dimensions
- Management of over 4,000 fee owned parcel within NYS.
- Regional team manage over 44,000 miles of electric line and over 21,400 miles of gas mains.
- Regional teams manage thousands of land rights, securing and defending rights.
- Regional teams investigate hundreds of requests for use of company property annually.
Salary
$97,000 - $114,000 a year
National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring.
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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.
Right of Way Inspector
National Grid is hiring a Right of Way Inspector for our Land Management department in Syracuse, NY as a Hybrid role.
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
Drive engaging, agile, equitable, and cost-efficient solutions to deliver a clean, fair, and affordable energy future. Partnering with National Grid’s Stakeholders to develop a safe working environment. Manage third party uses of the National Grid’s ROWs to ensure that they are safe, compatible, and do not have a negative impact on the environment or our ability to operate and maintain existing and future facilities. Assist with facilitating, overseeing and tracking the third-party occupations and uses within the Company’s rights-of-way. Be a trusted advisor to internal/external customers by establishing channels of communication and meeting their expectations.
Key Accountabilities
- Keeping the ROW safe ensuring encroachments and requests are compatible and safe with the rights-of-way.
- Reach out and coordinate with the full design team, engineers and landowners to organize the necessary submittals for Property-Transaction-Reviews.
- Maintain and update Real Property records and GIS systems.
- Evaluate and prepare an estimate for project related fees required for submittals.
- Stay in communication with the internal and external stakeholders.
- Support departmental processes.
- Respond to simple inquiries about occupancy permits from internal and external clients as well as inquiries requesting third-party use of lands and rights-of-way.
- Assist in the protection, preservation of Company property and property rights.
- Research, examine and interpret public records and plans at Registries of Deeds, Registries of Probate and other public repositories relative to property ownership, title, and encumbrances.
- Record company property records at various Registries of Deeds and other venues.
- Assist with research, investigation to resolve property issues relative to company operations including adequacy of existing rights and property rights restriction lists.
- Interact with Real Estate, internal and external clients and agencies to facilitate property transaction requests.
- Prepare and generate various reports associated with right of way activity and project status.
- Promote and implement best practices in order to ensure all work tasks achieve high productivity and low cost.
- Field inspections and traveling required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- Four (4) year Degree from accredited college preferably in Business/Real Estate/Paralegal Studies/Economics/Civil Engineering/Surveying/Criminal Justice, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum Four (4) years’ experience in above related fields.
- Valid drivers license.
- Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally to the organization; may include negotiation and presentation skills.
- Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple tasks timely.
- Proven track record with attention to detail.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Able to negotiate and resolve conflicts independently.
- Computer experience, preferably Microsoft Office and Project Management.
- Availability for evening and weekend meetings as necessary.
- Work independently and travel as required; to be less than 75% of time.
Preferred:
- Utility experience desired.
- Understanding the use of GIS systems.
- Ability to react and problem solve in safety situations.
- Understanding of engineering and survey plans, maps, and related design drawings, deeds, and appraisal reports.
- Ability to research and interpret land and conveyance records.
Job Dimensions
- Management of over 4,000 fee owned parcel within NYS.
- Regional team manage over 44,000 miles of electric line and over 21,400 miles of gas mains.
- Regional teams manage thousands of land rights, securing and defending rights.
- Regional teams investigate hundreds of requests for use of company property annually.
Salary
$97,000 - $114,000 a year
National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring.
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 committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.
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Which energy companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in New York?
Con Edison and National Grid are among the largest utility employers in New York with established records of hiring international talent in engineering and operations roles. NYSERDA, the state's energy research authority, regularly hires for analytical and program roles. Clean energy developers like Ørsted and Equinor, which have major offshore wind projects off the New York coast, also participate in OPT-eligible hiring for technical positions.
Which cities in New York have the most energy F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City concentrates the most energy sponsorship opportunities, particularly in corporate finance, project development, and grid operations. Albany is a secondary hub given its proximity to state agencies and regulatory bodies like NYSERDA and the Public Service Commission. Buffalo has seen growing activity tied to offshore wind supply chain development, and the Hudson Valley hosts several clean energy research and transmission projects with technical hiring needs.
What types of energy roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that typically qualify involve specialized technical or analytical work requiring a directly related degree. Common qualifying positions include electrical and power systems engineers, energy data analysts, renewable energy project engineers, grid reliability specialists, and environmental engineers. Roles in energy policy analysis and clean energy finance may also qualify when tied to a specific academic discipline. Positions that are primarily administrative or do not require field-specific degree qualifications are less likely to be OPT-eligible.
How do I find energy F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters job listings by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry, so you can browse energy roles in New York without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. This saves significant time compared to manually researching each employer's sponsorship history. Migrate Mate also provides employer-level context to help you identify which New York energy companies have actively hired on OPT in the past.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in the energy sector?
New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act has accelerated public and private investment in clean energy, increasing demand for technical talent and creating more OPT-eligible roles in offshore wind, solar, and grid modernization. However, OPT authorization is time-limited, so it is important to understand your OPT expiration date and, where applicable, STEM OPT extension eligibility before accepting a position. New York's energy regulatory environment also means some roles are tied to state agencies with specific federal hiring rules that may affect OPT compatibility.