Lead Engineer - Electric System Eng - Avangrid Service Company
Lancaster, NY
About the Job
Job Title: Lead Engineer - Electric System Eng
Reports to: Supervisor - Intergrated Field Design
Location: Lancaster, NY or Geneva, NY, Elmira or Hornell or Auburn
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $101,404- 126,755
Work Type: Office
JOB SUMMARY:
Scope of Work - Main duties, settings, geography, reporting relationships, other relationships:
Leads engineering activities for electric transmission and system protection projects. Plans, controls and manages project activities to effectively complete engineering and design for construction projects. Provides liaison with other departments, divisions, vendors or consultants and coordinates with government agencies, customers, other utilities or groups. Applies and interprets company, local, state, and national codes and standards and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Conducts feasibility studies, completes estimates and develops Engineering criteria.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Scope of work - range of responsibilities):
Performs engineering analysis of the electric transmission system and recommends actions to develop design options or recommendations for protective relay system to minimize customer outages due to equipment failure or system malfunction. Engineer detailed designs. Perform engineering calculations.(25%,P) Originates electric system and component reliability studies, outage contingency plans and capital budget proposals including a complete business case. Determines corrective action for operating deficiencies. (10%,S) Recommends system improvements, develops economic project proposals for improvements and provides project management for major transmission construction projects.(25%,P) Develops and validates information needed for engineering analyses and applies engineering judgment to solve complex technical problems. Directs engineering contractors and consultants.(15%,P) Demonstrates new technology and implements it to enhance power system performance. Provides power system commissioning support and supervision when required.(10%,S) Provides construction management, including coordinating field construction transmission lines. Develops technical specifications, standards, contracts and purchase orders. Administers contract terms and conditions, tracks budgets and schedules, supervises field construction to ensure compliance. Approves changes within contract scope and negotiates contract settlement.(15%,P)
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience Required:
Skills/Abilities:
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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, 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 careers@avangrid.com
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
Job Posting End Date:
November-22-2024
Minimum Salary: 101404.00
Maximum Salary: 101404.00
Salary Unit: Yearly
Reports to: Supervisor - Intergrated Field Design
Location: Lancaster, NY or Geneva, NY, Elmira or Hornell or Auburn
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $101,404- 126,755
Work Type: Office
JOB SUMMARY:
Scope of Work - Main duties, settings, geography, reporting relationships, other relationships:
Leads engineering activities for electric transmission and system protection projects. Plans, controls and manages project activities to effectively complete engineering and design for construction projects. Provides liaison with other departments, divisions, vendors or consultants and coordinates with government agencies, customers, other utilities or groups. Applies and interprets company, local, state, and national codes and standards and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Conducts feasibility studies, completes estimates and develops Engineering criteria.
MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Scope of work - range of responsibilities):
Performs engineering analysis of the electric transmission system and recommends actions to develop design options or recommendations for protective relay system to minimize customer outages due to equipment failure or system malfunction. Engineer detailed designs. Perform engineering calculations.(25%,P) Originates electric system and component reliability studies, outage contingency plans and capital budget proposals including a complete business case. Determines corrective action for operating deficiencies. (10%,S) Recommends system improvements, develops economic project proposals for improvements and provides project management for major transmission construction projects.(25%,P) Develops and validates information needed for engineering analyses and applies engineering judgment to solve complex technical problems. Directs engineering contractors and consultants.(15%,P) Demonstrates new technology and implements it to enhance power system performance. Provides power system commissioning support and supervision when required.(10%,S) Provides construction management, including coordinating field construction transmission lines. Develops technical specifications, standards, contracts and purchase orders. Administers contract terms and conditions, tracks budgets and schedules, supervises field construction to ensure compliance. Approves changes within contract scope and negotiates contract settlement.(15%,P)
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience required.
- At least 5 years of experience in electric transmission systems planning, operations, and/or protection.
- Knowledge of running and analyzing electric power load flows.
- Knowledge of FERC and state regulations.
Skills/Abilities:
- Able to perform circuit analysis including voltage drop capacitor and regular siting.
- Able to perform fault duty/motor start status.
- Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Strong project management skills.
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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, 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 careers@avangrid.com
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
Job Posting End Date:
November-22-2024
Minimum Salary: 101404.00
Maximum Salary: 101404.00
Salary Unit: Yearly
Source : Avangrid Service Company