Lead Transmission Engineer

Avangrid; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Performance-based bonuses

12% 401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development and careerAdv

Job summary

The United Illuminating Company, part of Avangrid, seeks a Lead Line Engineer in Orange, CT to drive HV/MV/LV transmission designs and provide technical leadership within a cross-functional project team.

You will lead engineering studies, manage external designers, and develop innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. The role requires strong collaboration and a proactive, independent work style.

Qualifications

• Engineering knowledge across planning, operations and design with analytical modeling capability.
• Proven ability to lead and manage projects and teams.
• Ability to review and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from scoping to closeout across multiple phases.
• Oversee external designers and ensure design quality and timelines.
• Identify and execute special studies to improve processes and performance.
• Provide technical leadership in complex projects with broad impact.
• Collaborate across departments and liaise with contractors to uphold policy and standards.
• Mentor and develop team members while driving efficient solutions.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Engineering design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

CAD Drafting

PLS-CADD Modeling

Project Estimating

Job description

The United Illuminating Company, part of Avangrid, seeks a Lead Line Engineer in Orange, CT to drive HV/MV/LV transmission designs and provide technical leadership within a cross-functional project team.

You will lead engineering studies, manage external designers, and develop innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards. The role requires strong collaboration and a proactive, independent work style.