Associate Engineer - Distribution Planning

Iberdrola • Rochester, NY

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Collaborate on and perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments, short circuit, and flicker. Collaborate and interact with internal teams on Non-Wires Alternative (Battery Storage) and Smart Grids Innovation on Grid Automation to develop nontraditional solutions. Analyze and assess complex Distribution Energy Resources (PV’s & Battery Storage) distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels. Apply established distribution criteria and use sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system. Recommends Distribution Automation devices to the system and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives. Develop thorough understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools used in day-to-day basis such as GIS mapping of distribution circuits, power flow, and protection analysis tools. 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.

Requirements

• Theoretical Engineering knowledge: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytics, Modeling & Calculation (e.g. sym. Components, per unit, etc.), Understanding the Business Model
• Practical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g. field experience, standardization, develop business case and defend in front of stakeholders)
• 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.)
• Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results : (Comprehensive Area Studies, Power Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, phase imbalance, Power Factor correction, Short Circuit, reliability, resiliency, Capacity, distribution automation, etc.)
• Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.)
• BSEE required with power system concentration preferred
• 0-2 years of experience (Industry Related)

Nice To Haves

• Offsetting industry and other relevant technical skills will be considered for candidates without previous experience in these Distribution Planning activities (e.g. T&D Engineering, P&C, etc.)
• Competencies Growth & Continuous Improvement
• Initiative & Change Focused on Results
• Customer Centric (internal and/or external)
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Leadership (people managers/leaders)

Responsibilities

• Perform distribution studies including voltage, thermal, N-1, and power factor assessments, short circuit, and flicker.
• Collaborate with internal teams on Non-Wires Alternative (Battery Storage) and Smart Grids Innovation on Grid Automation to develop nontraditional solutions.
• Analyze and assess complex Distribution Energy Resources (PV’s & Battery Storage) distribution system interconnections and new customer load interconnections at numerous voltage levels.
• Apply established distribution criteria and use sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in the distribution system.
• Recommend Distribution Automation devices and develop designs and recommendations compliant with program objectives.
• Develop understanding and application of Distribution Planning tools such as GIS mapping of distribution circuits, power flow, and protection analysis tools.
• Innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of distribution planning.
• Develop subject matter expert skills to mentor and support the team.
• Collaborate with internal teams and industry peers on regional and divisional activities.
• Assist during storm restoration efforts.

Benefits

• 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.
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use the online tool to search for or to apply for jobs by contacting our People and Organization department at [email protected].
• System emergency role assignment may require working outside of regular schedule/job duties for employees in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.
• NERC Reliability Standards compliance role assignment may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention for employees in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level