Lead Engineer - Protection & Control
Avangrid

Rochester, New York

Posted in Utilities


This job has expired.

Job Info


Job Summary

Multiple locations: Augusta ME, Rochester, NY; Binghamton, NY, Orange, CT

Responsible for the design, configuration, maintenance and renewal of automation, data collection, protection & control equipment subsystems on AVANGRID's electric delivery infrastructure in CMP Central Maine Power , New York (NYSEG and RG&E). AVANGRID's electric delivery system is approximately 8,600 miles of transmission lines and 1,000 substations.

Engineering activities for electric transmission and substation system protection projects to ensure safe, timely and cost-effective completion. Conduct analysis, develop estimates and apply engineering standards and criteria to drive the completion of projects. Coordinate with other departments, vendors, and consultants in order to complete projects in a timely and cost effective manner.

Ensure all protection system designs meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards (NESC, FERC, NERC, NPCC, NYISO, ISO-NE, NY PSC, ME PUC, CT PUC, etc.).

Responsibilities

Perform engineering design, and analysis of the electric transmission and substation protection systems in support of the capital construction programs. Perform engineering calculations and analysis. Review and approve detailed protection system settings, developed both internally and by engineering consultants.

Management of compliance programs applicable to substation assets. Act as subject matter expert during audits.
Serve as mentor in the technical development of lower level engineers and cross-department employees.
Represent the company on regional and national committees.
Travel to worksites on an as needed basis

Skills and Requirements

Education & Experience Required:
• 7 years of experience in Engineering or 4 years of experience in Protection & Control
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Technology.
• Registered Professional Engineer or ability to obtain certification.
• Advanced knowledge of power system analysis and fundamentals of equipment protection.
• Knowledge of national standards, regulations, and compliance requirements associated with power system protection.
• Experience with power system protection applications such as ASPEN OneLiner, ASPEN Line Database.
• Knowledge of IEC-61850 standards.
• Knowledge of FERC/NERC/NPCC and state regulations.

Skills/Abilities:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong Electrical Design Experience.
• Able to perform protection coordination analysis.
• Proficiency and fluency in power system protection theory, application, standards, design, and analysis.

#LI-KA1

#IND

Competencies

  • Develop Self & Others
  • Empower to grow
  • Collaborate and Share
  • Be a role model
  • Focus to achieve results
  • Be agile
  • Technical Skills

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

.buttontext7b2494b0614a79a7 a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext7b2494b0614a79a7 a:focus{ border: 1px dashed #427135 !important; outline: none !important; }

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. Learn more about equal employment by following this link

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 Human Resources department at 203-499-2777 or careers@avangrid.com

Nearest Major Market: Rochester
Job Segment: Power Systems, Energy


This job has expired.

More Utilities jobs


Nextech
Davenport, Iowa
Posted 43 minutes ago

Nextech
Cape Coral, Florida
Posted 43 minutes ago

Nextech
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Posted 43 minutes ago

Get Hired Faster

Subscribe to job alerts and upload your resume!

*By registering with our site, you agree to our
Terms and Privacy Policy.