Supervisor - Transmission Planning - R-03129-4685 - Avangrid
Augusta, ME
About the Job
This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information,
please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1139752 Position Information:
Title: Supervisor - Transmission Planning
Location,: Augusta, ME
Pay Range: from $118, 500 - $146,400
Schedule: Office
Job Summary
We seek an Engineer to help us lead the change to meet the Net Zero
Carbon emission goals.
The Interconnections Supervisor, Transmission Planning is responsible
for leading a team that facilitates the interconnection of renewable
energy projects to the electric grid. The Supervisor will work closely
with external renewable energy developers, internal engineering teams,
and regulatory bodies to ensure a smooth and efficient interconnection
process.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Management: Oversee the entire interconnection process,
from initial feasibility studies to final energization, ensuring
projects meet deadlines and budget constraints.
- Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance on transmission
system studies, including power flow analysis, short circuit
analysis, and stability studies, to ensure the grid can reliably
accommodate renewable energy resources.
- Developer Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships
with renewable energy developers, providing clear communication and
support throughout the interconnection process.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all interconnection activities
comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations,
including those related to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(FERC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC).
- Internal Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams, such as
system operations, substation engineering, and distribution
planning, to ensure successful project implementation.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of engineers and
technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure their success.
- Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve the
interconnection process to streamline activities, reduce costs, and
enhance customer satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
- BSEE /Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Candidates from
other engineering disciplines may be considered depending on
relevant work experience
- 5 years in a similar discipline and/or 7+ years (Industry related
experience) with the ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
- Practical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations
and Engineering Design, Construction (e.g. field experience,
standardization, developing the business case and defending in front
of stakeholders)
- Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and
Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC,
etc.)
- Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study
Assumptions and Results (e.g., Comprehensive Area Studies, Power
Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, Stability, Power Factor Correction,
Short Circuit, Reliability, Capacity, etc.)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to
effectively articulate complex concepts to various stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Degrees or Certifications (e.g. MSEE, PE, etc.)
- Prior direct supervisory experience
Competencies
- Growth & Continuous Improvement
- Initiative & Change
- Focused on Results
- Customer Centric (Internal and/or External)
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Leadership (people managers/leaders)
AVANGRID is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. AVANGRID is
an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
an individual's sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression,
race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic
information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital
status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other
characteristics or conditions protected by law.
Click here for Additional Disclaimer Information
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 AVANGRD
Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will
work for Avangrid Renewables.
#LI-CH1
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
AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a
diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we
provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all
employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national
origin, gend
please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1139752 Position Information:
Title: Supervisor - Transmission Planning
Location,: Augusta, ME
Pay Range: from $118, 500 - $146,400
Schedule: Office
Job Summary
We seek an Engineer to help us lead the change to meet the Net Zero
Carbon emission goals.
The Interconnections Supervisor, Transmission Planning is responsible
for leading a team that facilitates the interconnection of renewable
energy projects to the electric grid. The Supervisor will work closely
with external renewable energy developers, internal engineering teams,
and regulatory bodies to ensure a smooth and efficient interconnection
process.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Management: Oversee the entire interconnection process,
from initial feasibility studies to final energization, ensuring
projects meet deadlines and budget constraints.
- Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance on transmission
system studies, including power flow analysis, short circuit
analysis, and stability studies, to ensure the grid can reliably
accommodate renewable energy resources.
- Developer Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships
with renewable energy developers, providing clear communication and
support throughout the interconnection process.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all interconnection activities
comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations,
including those related to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(FERC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC).
- Internal Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams, such as
system operations, substation engineering, and distribution
planning, to ensure successful project implementation.
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of engineers and
technicians, providing guidance and support to ensure their success.
- Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve the
interconnection process to streamline activities, reduce costs, and
enhance customer satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
- BSEE /Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Candidates from
other engineering disciplines may be considered depending on
relevant work experience
- 5 years in a similar discipline and/or 7+ years (Industry related
experience) with the ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills
- Practical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations
and Engineering Design, Construction (e.g. field experience,
standardization, developing the business case and defending in front
of stakeholders)
- Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and
Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC,
etc.)
- Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study
Assumptions and Results (e.g., Comprehensive Area Studies, Power
Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, Stability, Power Factor Correction,
Short Circuit, Reliability, Capacity, etc.)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to
effectively articulate complex concepts to various stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Degrees or Certifications (e.g. MSEE, PE, etc.)
- Prior direct supervisory experience
Competencies
- Growth & Continuous Improvement
- Initiative & Change
- Focused on Results
- Customer Centric (Internal and/or External)
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Leadership (people managers/leaders)
AVANGRID is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. AVANGRID is
an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
an individual's sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression,
race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic
information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital
status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other
characteristics or conditions protected by law.
Click here for Additional Disclaimer Information
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 AVANGRD
Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will
work for Avangrid Renewables.
#LI-CH1
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
AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a
diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we
provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all
employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national
origin, gend
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