TITLE: Senior Engineer - Distribution PlanningNumber of Openings : 2LOCATION: Orange CT or any other Avangrid Office LocationSalary: The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $92,185.60- $115,232Work type: In OfficeJob SummaryCollaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments.Analyze and assess complex DER distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels. Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system. Recommends Distribution Automation devices to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.Apply the established distribution criteria for Distribution Resiliency to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS (SMWeb, SmartMap), SAP, Load Data systems, etc.Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of distribution 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 and divisional activities.Assist during storm restoration efforts.Technical Skills & RequirementsThe following skills and associated competency levels are desired of those candidates seeking a position in Distribution Planning. However, offsetting industry and other relevant technical skills will be considered for candidates without previous experience in these Distribution Planning activities (e.g. T&D Engineering, P&C, etc.).Technical Skills/CompetenciesTheoretical Engineering knowledge: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytics, Modeling & Calculation (e.g. sym. Components, per unit, etc.), Understanding the Business ModelPractical 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 othersKnowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC, etc.)Functional Job Specific CompetenciesPower System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results: (e.g. Comprehensive Area Studies, Power Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, phase imbalance, Power Factor correction, Short Circuit, reliability, resiliency, Capacity, distribution automation, etc.)Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.)Education & Experience RequirementsBSEE required5+ years of experience (Industry Related)#OFFICEMobility 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 countryAVANGRID'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.comAvangrid 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 RenewablesJob Posting End Date:November-29-2024Minimum Salary: 92185.60
Maximum Salary: 115232.00
Salary Unit: Yearly
