Senior Transmission Planning Engineer

Avangrid; Orange (CT); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP, part of Avangrid, seeks a Lead Engineer for Transmission Planning in Orange, CT. You will lead studies across voltage levels, document results, and drive improvements in planning accuracy.

You will collaborate with internal teams and industry peers, mentor staff, and apply standards (NERC, NPCC, ISO) using PSSE, TARA, and ASPEN. This role combines technical leadership with critical stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• BSEE required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications (e.g., MSEE, PE).
• 7+ years of experience in power system planning and engineering.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards (NERC, NPCC, ISO, PUC).

Responsibilities

• Lead reliability and/or economic studies including voltage, thermal, PV, transfer limits, short circuit, and stability assessments.
• Mentor and guide team; collaborate across departments and with contractors.
• Communicate results and recommendations; prepare reports and presentations.

Skills

Power system studies

Reliability analysis

Voltage & stability

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

BSEE

Advanced degree / PE

Tools

PSSE

TARA

ASPEN

Enfuzion

Job description

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP, part of Avangrid, seeks a Lead Engineer for Transmission Planning in Orange, CT. You will lead studies across voltage levels, document results, and drive improvements in planning accuracy.

You will collaborate with internal teams and industry peers, mentor staff, and apply standards (NERC, NPCC, ISO) using PSSE, TARA, and ASPEN. This role combines technical leadership with critical stakeholder engagement.