Job Title: Senior Engineer - Protection & ControlDepartment: Protection & Control
Reports to: Supervisor - Protection & Control
Work Type: Office
Location: Orange, CT; Rochester, Kirkwood, NY; Augusta, ME
Salary Range: The base salary for this position is dependent upon experience and location:- $94,000 to $120,500 (NY and ME locations)
- $103,000 to $132,500 (CT Location)
Job Requirements:- Minimum 5 years of engineering experience or 3 years in Protection & Control.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or technology.
- Registered Professional Engineer or eligibility for certification.
- Experience with ASPEN OneLiner, SEL & GE Relay Programming, IEC61850 Standard, and protection coordination analysis.
- Familiar with FERC, NERC, NPCC, and state regulations.
- Strong knowledge of power system analysis, protection fundamentals, and compliance standards.
Job Summary:As part of AVANGRID's engineering team, you will be responsible for the design and configuration of automation, data collection, protection, and control equipment subsystems. You will work on our extensive electric delivery infrastructure, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective completion of projects.
Direct Reports: No
Cross Company Role: Yes
Major Roles and Responsibilities:- Perform relay settings design and relay coordination analysis for electric transmission and substation protection systems in support of capital construction programs.
- Lead engineering contractors and consultants performing protection system settings for capital projects.
- Analyze disturbance event operations, ensuring protection schemes perform flawlessly. Develop and deliver clear, impactful fault analysis reports to management, highlighting corrective actions and valuable lessons learned.
- Lead NERC compliance programs applicable to substation assets and act as a subject matter expert during audits.
- Collaborate with project teams to resolve issues related to protection and control systems
- Represent AVANGRID on regional and national committees.
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including competitive health insurance, Student Loan Debt Repayment program, up to $10k annual tuition assistance policy, $3500 EV Employee incentive program, 2-months parental leave, industry-leading 401(k) match of 150% on 8% of your salary, 8% to 16% annual bonus, and 5-weeks of paid time off!
- Relocation Benefits: Up to $10k allowance offered, including household goods transport, up to two car transportations, one month of temporary lodging, and up to 10 days of car rental, airfare and meals offered for eligible employees.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and advancement within the company.
- Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge technology, leader in the industry, and impactful projects that shape the future of energy delivery.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values safety, excellence, and sustainability, fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements to help you balance your professional and personal life.
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Company:NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP
Mobility InformationJob Posting End Date:December-31-2026
