Lead Engineer - Distribution Infrastructure

Lead Engineer - Distribution Infrastructure

Reports to: Senior Manager - Int Field Constr & Design
Location: In Office, Orange CT

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from:

$128,320 - $160,400 (Orange, CT)

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

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Job Summary

The Lead Engineer will lead/direct the efforts of a team assigned to solve basic to complex problems pertaining to the repair of, replacement of, maintenance of, or new construction of, the electric distribution infrastructure. The Lead engineer will perform basic to complex power systems engineering analysis, design, and calculations pertaining to the repair of, replacement of, maintenance of, or new construction of the electric distribution infrastructure. Direct and guide department engineers to meet specified project/team goals. The Lead would take a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Work is to be completed with minimal guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform basic to complex engineering analysis, design and calculations using standard engineering methodology and principles.
• Develop/present design concepts, determine alternate options/methods and create action plans to resolve issues or to improve processes/services of the distribution power delivery system.
• Be able to work independently with guidance on only the most complex tasks.
• Possess the ability to make presentations to corporate/regulatory/public entities regarding projects and design concepts.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for equipment of extreme importance to the distribution system (e.g., transformers, breakers).
• Interpret internal/external business issues and recommend best practices and/or process improvements.
• Instruct/mentor other engineers about the power industry, in particular the distribution system.
• Participate in Industry associations as assigned.
• Review and recommend improvements to the distribution processes, equipment, construction standards and operating procedures.
• Prepare, review, maintain, and interpret drawings (e.g., site plans, electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, material specifications).
• Properly apply design standards, industry codes, design criteria, guidelines, policies, and operating procedures.
• Recommend solutions and best practices for standard and non-standard situations to resolve issues or connect to the system.
• Identify/specify equipment; create and assemble construction documents; create a work breakdown structure and other requirements as needed for the successful execution of the action plan.
• Support, maintain and recommend distribution construction standards.
• Lead and represent Distribution Infrastructure Engineering on assigned project teams.
• Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and provide guidance to other project team members on Distribution Infrastructure design.
• Direct and review the engineering work of drafters, designers, engineers, and outside engineering firms.
• Direct, follow and adjust the processes, policies and standards related to the distribution infrastructure to meet the customer and stakeholder needs.
• Promote cross functional teamwork on assigned tasks and projects.
• Assist in guiding and mentoring junior engineers and others in distribution design and engineering development.
• Work collaboratively and independently to specify and design systems to address specific/unique situations.
• Promote and follow the Company safety policies and practices.
• Accept responsibility for their safety and health as well as the safety and health of their fellow employees.
• Develop business cases for assigned projects/teams.
• Lead and manage small to large sized projects/processes/initiatives or teams in accordance with applicable UI guidelines.
• Establish and coordinate phases of engineering for assigned portions of a project/program.
• Plan, schedule, monitor, control budget/estimates, construction plans and material orders for assigned tasks and/or projects.
• Follow updates in research and developments taking place in the power industry, through training and industry associations.
• Provide training and guidance for junior engineers.
• Respond as needed to assist in storm restoration efforts.

The listed Key Responsibilities/Duties are not intended to be all inclusive. Employees in this position may be required to perform other related aspects of the job not listed above.

For Lead Engineers:

• Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers.
• Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department
• Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments
• Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices
• Work independently with little supervision

Required Qualifications

• Technical Skills/Competencies
• Theoretical Engineering knowledge - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytic, modeling & Calculation, understanding the business model; Global View of the Business (Values cross-functional collaboration, understands importance of growing knowledge and developing relationships and links across the organization)
• Practical engineering experience/application - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g., field experience, standardization "Perform economic analyses of engineering alternatives, develop business cases and defend in front of stakeholders.")
• Engineering documentation - Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation
• Ability to review and approve engineering work done by others to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements
• Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment - Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and requirements

Functional/job/business specific Competencies:

• Demonstrated proficiency, knowledge, and skills in Power System Engineering design, along with related business practices and procedures, to lead an engineering team to solve basic to moderately complex engineering problems.
• Able to work with a cross-functional team to explain difficult issues, create action plans, recognize risks, meet deadlines, and establish consensus.

Education & Experience Required:

• BS/BA Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university
• At least 7+ years’ experience performing moderately complex engineering duties related to electric power systems including 2 years’ experience leading an engineering team(s).
• Project management skills are required.
• Technical drawing or Computer Aided Design experience is required.
• Advance engineering degree is a plus.

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Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.

Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.

Job Posting End Date:

December-3-2026