Binghamton, Ny; Rochester

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30d ago

Electrical Engineer Substation - Lead

Avangrid Binghamton, NY

Binghamton, NY

30d ago Closed

$117k - $146k/yr Full time Electrical Engineering Power Engineering Substation Engineering

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 11, 2026).

Job Description

Lead conceptual electrical engineering for major substation capital projects across New York, with oversight of external detailed design support.

Responsibilities

Drive capital project engineering performance across all phases: scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction, and closeout
Complete standard and complex electrical engineering analyses, designs, and calculations using established methodology and principles
Create alternate methods or design concepts to resolve technical problems and improve processes or services
Lead and build new conceptual designs, including oversight of external detailed designers
Resolve unique and complex electrical engineering problems and evaluate solution options using standard procedures related to lines and power engineering
Ensure designs meet company, local, state, and national codes and standards for implementation
Support technical requests from current and proposed customers
Use technical knowledge to influence and guide engineers within the department
Provide technical leadership for complex projects with broad departmental impact
Mentor, develop, and support team technical capability
Collaborate across departments
Act as liaison and direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices
Work independently with limited supervision

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 7 years minimum relevant experience
Theoretical engineering knowledge covering planning, operations, and engineering design, including analytic work: modeling and calculation, understanding the business model, and applying a global view of the organization
Practical engineering experience applying planning, operations, engineering design, and construction (including economic analyses of engineering alternatives and development of business cases for stakeholder review)
Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation
Ability to review and approve engineering work completed by others to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements
Knowledge of the regulatory and compliance environment, including local, state, and federal regulatory standards and requirements
Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills for unique technical and analytical issues
Proven ability to lead and manage projects
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to articulate highly technical concepts
Strong management and leadership skills, including ability to drive change and adoption of new technologies
Knowledge of regulatory environment, including relevant output and incentive mechanisms
General contract, commercial, and regulatory awareness with ability to balance customer service and project delivery to support maximum return on investment
Track record of effective stakeholder and customer service engagement and management
Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels
Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions
Awareness and understanding of key business drivers
Ability to devise solutions for common and complex problems and challenges
Where appropriate, technical and operational experience in a relevant engineering role within a utility environment
Construction and maintenance standards aligned with regulatory requirements; engineering standards and specifications up to 345k
Substation Grounding: Expert / Competent
Thermal Ratings: Expert / Competent
Lightning Analysis: Expert / Competent
Lighting Analysis: Expert / Competent
Transient Analysis: Expert / Competent
Insulation Coordination: Expert / Competent
Substation Equipment Commissioning: Expert / Competent
Physical Substation Design: Expert
Project Scoping and Estimating: Expert
Equipment Specifications: Expert
Construction and Outage Sequencing: Expert
Commissioning: Expert
AC/DC Loading Calculations: Expert
Codes, Standards, and Regulations: Expert

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineering License

Behavioral Competencies

Develop self and others
Empower to grow
Collaborate and share
Be a role model
Focus to achieve results
Be agile

Location

Binghamton, NY and Rochester, NY
Onsite

Compensation

USD 116,640 - 145,800 per year

End Date

November-30-2026

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1mo ago

Lead Engineer - Civil

Avangrid Binghamton, NY

Binghamton, NY

1mo ago Closed

$117k - $146k/yr Full time AutoCAD Civil Engineering Design

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Sep 8, 2026).

Job Description

Avangrid is seeking a Lead Civil Engineer for Networks to lead high-voltage, medium-voltage, and low-voltage transmission and distribution substation design work across NYSEG and RGE service territories. The role partners with construction and design teams to advance engineering deliverables from concept through execution, reports to the Unit Manager, and operates within a cross-functional project team.

Location

Binghamton, NY (onsite)
Rochester, NY (onsite)

Compensation

USD 116,640 - 145,800 per year

Role Summary

Lead Civil Engineer - Networks responsible for transmission and distribution substation designs and for supporting concrete and steel designs on transmission and distribution line projects. Provides technical leadership across complex projects with broad departmental impact, including engineering studies, design compliance, and coordination with internal teams, external detailed designers, and contractors.

Responsibilities

Lead capital project engineering performance across all phases, including scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction, and closeout.
Lead and create new conceptual designs and oversee external detailed designer work.
Conduct field circuit reviews based on project scope and identify proposed improvements.
Identify and execute special projects and studies to address unique and complex problems with broad business impact.
Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve technical challenges and improve processes or services.
Solve unique and complex engineering problems by identifying innovative solutions.
Oversee engineering studies evaluating equipment and system performance and effectiveness, and analyze operational issues to support system reliability and operational efficiency.
Develop and validate information required for engineering analyses and apply engineering judgment to address technical problems.
Ensure engineering designs meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards.
Represent the company on regional and national committees when needed.
Utilize technical knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
Provide technical leadership in complex projects with wide departmental impact.
Mentor, develop, and support the team in technical skills.
Collaborate across departments as a technical subject matter expert liaison while directing contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in civil or electrical engineering and 7+ years of experience in projects delivery or another related field.
Relevant network construction and operational experience, including field inspections.
Theoretical engineering knowledge including planning, operations, and engineering design, with analytic/modeling and calculation experience; understanding the business model and cross-functional collaboration.
Practical engineering experience and application including planning, operations, and engineering design and construction; experience with field work, standardization, economic analyses of engineering alternatives, and developing business cases for stakeholders.
Ability to document and interpret engineering documentation.
Ability to review and approve engineering work performed by others to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
Knowledge of the regulatory and compliance environment, including local, state, and federal regulatory standards and requirements.

Technologies

CAD Drafting
POLE
PLS-TOWER
FAD Tools
LPILE software
Staad Pro
Civil CAD

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineering License preferred.
Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills for unique technical and analytical challenges.
Proven ability to lead and manage projects.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to convey highly technical concepts.
Strong management and leadership skills to drive change and adoption of new technologies.
Knowledge of the regulatory environment, including relevant output and incentive mechanisms.
General contract, commercial, and regulatory awareness with ability to balance effective and efficient customer service and project delivery while maximizing return on investment.
Track record of effective stakeholder and customer service engagement and management.
Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels.
Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions.
Awareness and understanding of key business drivers.
Ability to devise solutions to both common and complex problems or challenges.
Where appropriate, technical and operational experience in a relevant engineering role within a utility environment.
Knowledge of engineering standards and specifications up to 345kV.

Benefits

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

Competencies

Growth & Continuous Improvement
Initiative & Change
Focused on Results
Customer Centric (internal and/or external)
Communication
Collaboration
Leadership (people managers/leaders)

Mobility Information

Applicants who are not citizens of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.

Application Deadline

August 28, 2026

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