- Solve complex and unique Distribution Planning and Reliability issues, studies to include but not limited to, thermal loading, distribution automation, N-1 analysis, large scale customer load additions and complex DER interconnections; develops scoping documents for complex distribution system improvement projects and proposes solutions for identified distribution issues falling outside of established distribution planning criteria, including recommendations for new distribution substations and upgrade/replacement of existing distribution substation transformers and equipment.
- Develop alternative methods or design concepts to resolve unique problems or to improve processes/services including Non-Wires Alternatives (NWAs).
- Anticipates internal/external business issues and/or threats and recommends process improvements.
- Proactively studies and reports on the status of all distribution system facilities in assigned geographical area of responsibility on an established repeating cycle, assigned area may include multiple OPCOs.
- Recognized expert for studies and projects of extreme importance to AVANGRID.
- Responsible for maintaining and prioritizing a 10-year plan of capital projects for assigned area.
- Manage divisional and company- wide
- Lead teams, acts as experienced mentor & reviews engineering work of others in the department, manage and provide direction to resources outside the department.
- Makes presentations to regulatory/public entities. Explain difficult concepts & influence others.
- Proficient at utilizing computer aided analysis tools to identify system deficiencies and plan for system reinforcements and DER system impact studies.
- Perform complex engineering analyses for locating and determining the settings for distribution automation equipment.
- Can serve as Department leader in the absence of the Manager of Electric Distribution Planning.
- Assists during storm restoration.
- Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytic, modeling & Calculation, understanding the business model; Global View of the Business.
- Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction,
Principal Engineer - Portland, United States - Iberdrola
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United States Of America, Connecticut, Orange
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 20 Days Ago
job requisition id
R-03846
Position Information:
Location:
Orange, CT (Relocation benefits available)
Pay Range:
$123,000
- $153,000
Schedule:
Office and Remote possible for select Candidates
Job Summary
Participates and represents AVANGRID United Illuminating (UI) on Industry associations. Applies established distribution planning criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system. Assists Distribution Engineers and Field Planners in evaluating system reliability and new service requirements.
Acts as a technical leader in the Distribution Planning group to direct, oversee and mentor other Distribution Planning Engineers in the Department.
Proactively identify and perform special projects & studies that innovatively solve unique & complex problems with a broad impact to the business.
Main DutiesUtilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
Provide technical leadership in most complex projects that have a wide impact on the business.
Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills.
SME for team.
Liaison / direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices.
Work independently with little supervision.
Responsibilities
serve as SME on assigned demonstration projects, initiatives, and teams across AVANGRID.
Education & Experience Required:
Bachelor's Degree (BSEE) in an engineering discipline from an ABET (or equivalent) accredited university/college required and 10+ years of relevant experience required
Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree preferred.
PE License Preferred
Behavioral Competencies
Develop self & others
Empower to grow
Collaborate and share
Be a role model
Focus to achieve results
Be agile
Skills and Requirements
Technical Skills/Competencies
Theoretical Engineering knowledge
experience/application
– Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation
Ability to review and approve engineering work done by others
to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements
Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment
– Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and requirements
Functional/job/business
specific Competencies:
Possess a depth and breadth of experience in Distribution Planning, Reliability Engineering and Distributed Energy Resources (DER).
Possesses broad knowledge of internal/external business and regulatory issues.
Leads teams/projects or program initiatives across multiple OpCos that solve complex problems taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.
Mobility InformationPlease 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 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.Our Selection Process:
All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check.
A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash.
A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by Federal or State law.
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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
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