Avangrid · 1 day ago
Senior Engineer - Distribution Planning
Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$94K/yr - $118K/yr
5+ years expAvangrid is a company focused on providing electric and gas services, and they are seeking a Senior Engineer - Distribution Planning. The role involves performing distribution studies, analyzing complex distribution system interconnections, and developing a thorough understanding of Distribution Planning tools to enhance efficiency and precision in planning.
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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
Apply the established distribution criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system
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
Qualification
Required
BSEE required, candidates from other engineering disciplines may be considered depending 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, (e.g. field experience, standardization, develop business case and defend in front of stakeholders) Competent/Advanced
Engineering documentation: Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation, review and approve engineering work done by other Competent
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. Competent
Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.) Advanced
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Company
Avangrid
Avangrid, Inc.
Founded in 1997Orange, Connecticut, USA
5001-10000 employees
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