Iberdrola SA
Principal Engineer - Distribution Planning
Principal Engineer - Distribution Planning
Location:
Rochester, NY, Binghamton NY, Albany NY, Brewster NY Salary:
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $130k to $140k Sign on bonus:
YES JOB SUMMARY: The Principal Engineer is able to work independently. Participates and represents AVANGRID 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 identifies and performs special projects & studies that innovatively solve unique & complex problems with a broad impact to the business. MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 projects/studies/initiatives, serve as SME on assigned demonstration projects, initiatives, and teams across AVANGRID. Lead teams, act as experienced mentor & review engineering work of others in the department, manage and provide direction to resources outside the department. Make 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. Assist during storm restoration. Lead teams/projects or program initiatives across multiple OpCos that solve complex problems taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience Required: BS Degree in Electrical Engineering 10 years of relevant experience PE License Preferred 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 Company:
NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future. Headquartered in Orange, CT, Avangrid has a footprint in 24 states with $41 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, as well as Renewables which is the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 8,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company’s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital for four consecutive years and, in 2024, we achieved an overall 12th place out of 937 companies and #1 in the utility sector thus demonstrating our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has also been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for five consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.
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Location:
Rochester, NY, Binghamton NY, Albany NY, Brewster NY Salary:
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $130k to $140k Sign on bonus:
YES JOB SUMMARY: The Principal Engineer is able to work independently. Participates and represents AVANGRID 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 identifies and performs special projects & studies that innovatively solve unique & complex problems with a broad impact to the business. MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 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 projects/studies/initiatives, serve as SME on assigned demonstration projects, initiatives, and teams across AVANGRID. Lead teams, act as experienced mentor & review engineering work of others in the department, manage and provide direction to resources outside the department. Make 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. Assist during storm restoration. Lead teams/projects or program initiatives across multiple OpCos that solve complex problems taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience Required: BS Degree in Electrical Engineering 10 years of relevant experience PE License Preferred 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 Company:
NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future. Headquartered in Orange, CT, Avangrid has a footprint in 24 states with $41 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, as well as Renewables which is the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 8,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company’s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital for four consecutive years and, in 2024, we achieved an overall 12th place out of 937 companies and #1 in the utility sector thus demonstrating our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has also been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for five consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.
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