LeadEngineer - Distribution Infrastructure

Iberdrola•Orange, CT

2d•$128,320 - $160,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Engineer leads and directs a team working on basic to complex problems involving the repair, replacement, maintenance, and construction of electric distribution infrastructure. The role performs power systems engineering analysis, design, and calculations, guides departmental engineers toward project and team goals, and identifies innovative solutions. Work is completed with minimal guidance. The Lead Engineer provides technical leadership on complex projects, mentors and develops engineers, collaborates across departments, and directs contractors on company policies, standards, and best practices. The position is based in the office in Orange, Connecticut, and reports to the Senior Manager - Int Field Constr & Design.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university.
At least 7 years of experience performing moderately complex engineering duties related to electric power systems, including 2 years of experience leading engineering teams.
Project management skills.
Technical drawing or Computer-Aided Design experience.
Demonstrated proficiency and knowledge in power system engineering design and related business practices and procedures sufficient to lead a team in solving basic to moderately complex engineering problems.
Ability to work with cross-functional teams to explain difficult issues, create action plans, recognize risks, meet deadlines, and establish consensus.
Knowledge of engineering planning, operations, design, analysis, modeling, calculations, and the business model, with a broad view of the business and cross-functional collaboration.
Practical engineering experience or application in planning, operations, engineering design, and construction, including field experience, standardization, economic analysis of alternatives, and development and defense of business cases.
Ability to document and interpret engineering documentation.
Ability to review and approve other engineers’ work for compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulatory standards and requirements.

Nice To Haves

Advanced engineering degree.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering analysis, design, and calculations using standard engineering methodology and principles.
Develop and present design concepts, evaluate alternatives, and create action plans to resolve issues or improve distribution power delivery processes and services.
Work independently, seeking guidance only for the most complex tasks.
Present projects and design concepts to corporate, regulatory, and public entities.
Serve as a subject matter expert for equipment critical to the distribution system, such as transformers and breakers.
Interpret business issues and recommend best practices and process improvements.
Instruct and mentor engineers on the power industry, particularly the distribution system.
Participate in industry associations as assigned and keep up with industry research and developments through training and associations.
Review and recommend improvements to distribution processes, equipment, construction standards, and operating procedures.
Prepare, review, maintain, and interpret drawings, including site plans, electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, and material specifications.
Apply design standards, industry codes, design criteria, guidelines, policies, and operating procedures.
Recommend solutions and best practices for standard and non-standard situations, including resolving issues or connecting to the system.
Identify and specify equipment; prepare construction documents, work breakdown structures, and other materials needed to execute action plans.
Support, maintain, and recommend distribution construction standards.
Lead and represent Distribution Infrastructure Engineering on assigned project teams.
Provide design guidance to colleagues with less experience and other project team members.
Direct and review the engineering work of drafters, designers, engineers, and outside engineering firms.
Direct, follow, and adjust distribution infrastructure processes, policies, and standards to meet customer and stakeholder needs.
Promote cross-functional teamwork and collaborate independently and with others to design systems for specific or unique situations.
Promote and follow company safety policies and practices, and accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of fellow employees.
Develop business cases for assigned projects and teams.
Lead and manage projects, processes, initiatives, or teams of varying sizes in accordance with applicable UI guidelines.
Establish and coordinate engineering phases for assigned project or program portions.
Plan, schedule, monitor, and control budgets or estimates, construction plans, and material orders for assigned work.
Provide training and guidance for junior engineers and support their technical development.
Respond as needed to assist with storm restoration efforts.
Influence and guide department engineers and provide technical leadership on complex projects with broad departmental impact.
Liaise with and direct contractors regarding company policy, standards, and best practices.
Respond to system emergencies outside the regular schedule or job duties if assigned a system emergency role.