Senior Engineer - Distribution Planning
Avangrid · Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area · 1 wk ago
Management$96k–$121k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate 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.
- Identify deficiencies in the distribution system using established distribution criteria and sound utility engineering practices.
- Develop a thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools such as GIS (SMWeb, SmartMap), SAP, Load Data systems, etc.
- Innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of distribution planning.
- Seek out and develop subject matter expert skills to mentor and support the team.
- Collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional and divisional activities.
- Aid in storm restoration efforts.
Required Qualifications
- BSEE required, other engineering disciplines may be considered based on relevant work experience.
- 5+ years of experience (industry-related).
- Theoretical Engineering knowledge: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytics, Modeling & Calculation (e.g. sym. Components, per unit, etc.), Understanding the Business Model.
- Competent/Advanced Practical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction.
- Competent/Advanced Engineering documentation: Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation, review and approve engineering work done by others.
- Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC, etc.).
- Competent Power 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.).
- Advanced Software Proficiency: Power System Analytics (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.).
What We Offer
- Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.
- Generous performance-based bonuses.
- 12% 401(k) match.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Professional development and clear career advancement pathways.