Lead Engineer - Electric System Eng

Iberdrola; United States; On-site; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits and growth

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Avangrid is seeking a Lead Engineer in Electric Systems Engineering for the Rochester, NY area. The role focuses on overseeing a portfolio of projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, standards, and best practices, while collaborating with project managers and unit leadership.

The position requires a BS in engineering with 7+ years of experience, PE license preferred, and a pathway to grow through mentorship and process improvements within an office-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with at least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee engineering projects from scoping to closeout.
• Perform analyses and designs ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.
• Review and approve engineering documents and drawings for accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Lead Engineer - Electric Systems Engineering

Reporting to: Manager, Projects Unit

Location: Rochester, NY

Work Type: Office

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $116,000 to $145,00 plus up to 16% bonus

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

For more information please visit: Benefits - Avangrid

Job Summary

The Lead Engineer in the Integrated Projects organization is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of projects within their assigned unit, ensuring each project is engineered in compliance with regulations, company standards, and consistent practices. Position reports to the Unit Manager, but the position will work day-to-day in cross functional project team and support project needs as dictated by the Project Manager and Unit Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute detailed engineering projects, including scoping, budgeting, conceptual design, contract management, construction, and closeout.
• Perform and review complex engineering analyses, calculations, and designs; ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve and maintain engineering documentation and drawings (e.g., schematics, one-line diagrams); ensure accuracy and quality of deliverables.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members, guide decision-making and foster skill development.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and contractors; act as liaison to ensure alignment with company policies and best practices.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet quality standards and project milestones.
• Ensure all engineering designs implemented by the company meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes and standards.
• Drive process improvements and standardization initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Conduct site visits and coordinate project meetings to monitor progress and resolve issues.
• Demonstrate expertise in substation design and construction for utility environments or large‑scale corporate projects.
• Lead prioritization of tasks and projects to ensure timely completion and efficient workflow.
• Collaborate across departments.
• Work independently with little supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering +7 years minimum relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License
• Master’s Degree #LI-OFFICE #LI-JO1

Company: NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP 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.

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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-31-2026