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Avangrid

Lead Engineer - Transmission Planning

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What they do

A Transmission Line Engineer specializes in the drafting and design of transmission lines used for power transmission or telecommunications. They may plan routes for power transmission, examine maps suitable typography for related projects, as well oversee the construction process, ensuring that the transmission lines are installed according to design specifications and safety standards.

$120,935 / year median in Connecticut

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Job Description

Lead Engineer
  • Transmission Planning Avangrid
  • 3.4 Orange, CT Job Details $128,320
  • $160,400 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Technical documentation Load flow analysis Bachelor's degree in engineering Design engineering Document review Construction experience Regulatory compliance analysis Data analysis software
Full Job Description External:
Company:
NY State Electric & Gas Corp , an
Avangrid Company Department:
CR System Planning Job Title:
Lead Engineer•
Transmission Planning Location :
Orange, CT Work Model:
Office and Field The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from $128,320 to $160,400.
What We Offer:
Competitive benefits and growth opportunities Generous performance‑based bonuses 12% 401(k) match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Tuition reimbursement Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways For more information, please visit: Benefits
  • Avangrid Job Summary
  • Lead Engineer
  • Transmission Planning Collaborate, perform, and lead reliability and/or economic driven studies including voltage, thermal, PV, transfer limit, short circuit, and stability assessments.
Analyze and assess complex transmission systems at numerous voltage levels. Document and communicate results and recommendations as appropriate including data manipulation, report writing, and summary presentations. Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase precision and efficiency of transmission planning. Strive to seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor and support the team to aid in the advancement of business needs. Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional activities (e.g., NPCC, ISO's, etc.). Develop and apply a thorough understanding of various planning criteria, guidelines, and standards (e.g., NERC, NPCC, etc.) and analysis software packages such as PSS/E, TARA, and ASPEN. Participate in transmission and substation site inspections; attend industry workshops, training, and user group meetings as needs arise
Key Responsibilities For Lead Engineers:
Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers. Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices Work independently with little supervision Required Qualifications Technical Skills/Competencies Theoretical Engineering knowledge: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytics, Modeling & Calculation (e.g., sym. Components, per unit, etc.), Understanding the
Business Model Practical Engineering Experience/Application:
Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g., field experience, standardization, develop business case and defend in front of stakeholders) Engineering documentation: Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation, review, and approve engineering work done by others
Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment:
Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC, etc.)
Functional Job Specific Competencies:
Power System Studies
  • Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results:
    (e.g., Power Flow, Stability, Short Circuit, etc.) Software Proficiency
Power System Analytics:
(e.g., PSSE, TARA, ASPEN, Enfuzion)
Education & Experience Requirements:
BSEE required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications (e.g., MSEE, PE, etc.) 7+ years of experience (Industry Related) Competencies Growth & Continuous Improvement Initiative & Change Focused on Results Customer Centric (internal and/or external) Communication Collaboration Leadership (people managers/leaders)
Company:
NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP
Mobility Information Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at . Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power. Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee's management.
Job Posting End Date:
December-31-2026