Principal Engineer - Civil at Avangrid in Augusta, Maine

Job Description:

Title: Principal Engineer - Civil



Location: Augusta, ME



Salary: The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $118k to $139k.



Job Summary



The Principal Engineer is able to work independently, participates and represents AVANGRID on Industry associations. Applies established civil engineering criteria and uses sound utility engineering practices to identify deficiencies in substation civil design and actively solves them. Assists Project Managers, Construction Managers and Electrical Engineers in substation design, design reviews, construction activities and shares their knowledge in their area of expertise. Acts as a technical leader in the Substation Projects group to direct, oversee and mentor other Engineers in the Department. Proactively identify and perform special projects & studies that innovatively solve unique & complex problems with a broad impact to the business.



Key Responsibilities

• Solve complex and unique civil design issues to set projects up for success for their entire project lifecycle (i.e. conceptual design, estimating, permitting, detailed design, material/equipment procurement, construction, testing & commissioning, and close out).


• Proposes solutions for identified civil issues that fall outside of established civil design criteria, including recommendations for new substation design criteria and technical manual and specification improvements.


• Develop alternative methods or design concepts to resolve unique problems or to improve processes/services.


• Anticipates internal/external business issues and/or threats and recommends process improvements.


• Recognized expert for projects of extreme importance to AVANGRID.


• Manage divisional and company-wide projects/studies/initiatives, serve as SME on assigned demonstration projects, initiatives, and teams across AVANGRID.


• Lead teams and acts as experienced mentor.


• Reviews engineering work of others in the department.


• Manage and provide direction to resources outside the department.


• Makes presentations to internal and regulatory/public entities, that explain difficult concepts & influence others.


• Proficient at utilizing computer aided design tools for effective substation design and communication.


• Perform complex engineering analyses related to civil design and maintenance of substations (Geotech analysis, soil bearing pressure calcs, cut/fill calcs, stormwater management design and calcs, SPCC plans, etc.)


• Can serve as Department leader in the absence of the Supervisor.


• Assists during storm restoration.


• Leads teams/projects or program initiatives across multiple OpCos that solve complex problems taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.

Required Qualifications



Education & Experience Required:

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering


• 10+ years of relevant experience

• Advanced Degree and/or PE License


• Experience in Structural Design


• Direct experience in the electrical utility industry

• Possess a depth and breadth of experience in Civil Engineering


• Possesses broad knowledge of internal/external business, regulatory issues and permitting of projects at the local, state and federal levels

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Professional in Erosion & Sediment Control (CPESC)


• Certified Professional in StormWater Quality (CPSWQ)


• Certified Erosion, Sediment and StormWater Inspector

#LI-DG1



Competencies (this is standard for all jobs)

• Growth & Continuous Improvement


• Initiative & Change


• Focused on Results


• Customer Centric (internal and/or External)


• Communication


• Collaboration


• Leadership (people managers/leaders)

Disclaimer (this is standard for all jobs)



AVANGRID is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. AVANGRID is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other characteristics or conditions protected by law.


Click here for Additional Disclaimer Information


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 AVANGRD Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Renewables.


#OFFICE



Mobility Information



Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country


AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide 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.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com



Job Posting End Date:

July-12-2024 Apply Now