<h2>Job Title:   <span><span>Principal Engineer- Advanced Planning</span></span><br>Reports to: <span>Senior Director - Advanced Planning</span><br>In Office <b>Location:  </b>Rochester NY , Binghamton, NY</h2><div><div><div><div><h2><span>The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $120,000- $153,374</span></h2></div></div></div></div><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2>Company</h2><h2>Iberdrola is a global energy leader, the number one producer of wind power, and one of the world's biggest electricity utilities in terms of market capitalisation. The group supplies energy to almost 100 million people in dozens of countries including Spain, the United Kingdom (ScottishPower), the United States (AVANGRID), Brazil (Neoenergia), Mexico, Germany, Portugal, Italy and France, with a workforce of more than 35,000 people.</h2><h2>Iberdrola is leading the transition towards a sustainable energy model through its investments in renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage and digital transformation, to offer its customers the most advanced products and services. Thanks to its commitment to clean energy, Iberdrola is one of the companies with the lowest emissions and an international benchmark for its contribution to sustainability and the fight against climate change.</h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2>Job Summary</h2><h2>With general direction, this role is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Company's initiatives with respect to grid modernization technologies and clean energy goals that enhance the electric system across the Avangrid Networks operating companies.  Support the development and automation of Advanced Planning tools and applications.  The ideal candidate will be highly skilled and motivated, have a strong technical background in power systems and distribution planning, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving innovation.  This position will coordinate with other departments during the tools development and automation.</h2><h2></h2><h2>Responsibilities</h2><h2></h2><h2>Lead and collaborate with various teams within Avangrid and globally as well as perform research related to innovative tools and emerging technologies to assess the relevance and benefit to the Company’s grid modernization and clean energy objectives. Lead and coordinate the review and evaluation of new tools and solution alternatives through research and benchmarking. Acts as a technical leader and subject matter expert in the team to direct, oversee and mentor other Engineers in the Department as well as across the Company.  Proactively identify and perform special projects &amp; studies that innovatively solve unique &amp; complex problems with a broad impact to the business. Works with other subject matter experts and developers to Develop new tools from concept to implementation that enhance existing processes or solves challenges for the Company. Identify and implement best practices and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and quality of the Planning process Provide technical assistance and consulting to other departments as necessary. Work with vendors, contractors and consultants to develop and automate tools and applications Assists in software product design, providing feedback to developers, performing testing of new features, and providing support to end users. Responsible presenting to Upper Management, Executives and Regulatory Commissions. Represents Avangrid Networks on technical committees and provides technical input and testimony for regulatory proceedings.</h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2>Skills and Requirements</h2><h2>Education &amp; Experience Required:<br>•BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent</h2><h2>•10+ years of relevant experience</h2><h2></h2><h2>Skills/Abilities:</h2><h2></h2><h2>Required Technical skills:</h2><ul><li><h2>Power systems engineering</h2></li><li><h2>Knowledge of the distribution planning process</h2></li><li><h2>Experience with distribution power flow software and grid model management</h2></li><li><h2>Experience with Grid Modernization and Clean Energy concepts including: Beneficial Electrification, DER &amp; Load Forecasting, Distribution Automation, Non-Wires Alternatives, Hosting Capacity, Volt-VAR Optimization</h2></li><li><h2>Capacity planning during normal and contingency system configurations, DER distribution system interconnections, reliability and resiliency concepts</h2></li><li><h2>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.</h2></li><li><h2>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.</h2></li></ul><h2><br>Desired Technical skills:</h2><ul><li><h2>Python Scripting</h2></li><li><h2>SQL</h2></li><li><h2>Cyme power flow analysis</h2></li><li><h2>JIRA project management.</h2></li><li><h2>Experience with Agile software development, Scrum methodology</h2></li><li><h2>Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)</h2></li></ul><h2>Competencies</h2><ul><li><h2>Develop Self &amp; Others</h2></li><li><h2>Empower to grow</h2></li><li><h2>Collaborate and Share</h2></li><li><h2>Be a role model</h2></li><li><h2>Focus to achieve results</h2></li><li><h2>Be agile</h2></li></ul><h2></h2><h2>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.</h2><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Company:</b></p>NY STATE ELECTRIC &amp; GAS CORP<p></p><p><b>Mobility Information</b></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.<br>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 <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.</p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p><b>Job Posting End Date:</b></p>September-29-2025

<p>Avangrid is a leading sustainable energy company transitioning America toward a clean and connected future headquartered in Orange, CT, and has a footprint in 24 states with $40 billion in assets. Our primary businesses are Networks, which serves 3.3 million electric and natural gas customers in the Northeast, and Renewables, the third-largest renewable energy company in the U.S. with a diverse onshore and offshore renewable energy portfolio. With more than 7,000 employees, Avangrid has built a culture that blends diversity, equity and inclusion guided by the company&rsquo;s ESG+F framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This has led to recognition by JUST Capital in 2021 and 2022 as one of America&rsquo;s best corporate citizens and second in utilities for our commitment to the environment and the communities we serve. Avangrid has been named one of the World&rsquo;s Most Ethical Companies for four consecutive years by the Ethisphere Institute.</p>

Principal Engineer- Planning Innov & Dev

<h2>Job Title: &nbsp; <span><span>Principal Engineer- Advanced Planning</span></span><br>Reports to: <span>Senior Director - Advanced Planning</span><br>In Office <b>Location:&nbsp; </b>Rochester NY , Binghamton, NY</h2><div><div><div><div><h2><span>The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $120,000- $153,374</span></h2></div></div></div></div><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2>Company</h2><h2>Iberdrola is a global energy leader, the number one producer of wind power, and one of the world's biggest electricity utilities in terms of market capitalisation. The group supplies energy to almost 100 million people in dozens of countries including Spain, the United Kingdom (ScottishPower), the United States (AVANGRID), Brazil (Neoenergia), Mexico, Germany, Portugal, Italy and France, with a workforce of more than 35,000 people.</h2><h2>Iberdrola is leading the transition towards a sustainable energy model through its investments in renewable energy, smart grids, large-scale energy storage and digital transformation, to offer its customers the most advanced products and services. Thanks to its commitment to clean energy, Iberdrola is one of the companies with the lowest emissions and an international benchmark for its contribution to sustainability and the fight against climate change.</h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2>Job Summary</h2><h2>With general direction, this role is responsible for leading the development and implementation of the Company's initiatives with respect to grid modernization technologies and clean energy goals that enhance the electric system across the Avangrid Networks operating companies.&nbsp; Support the development and automation of Advanced Planning tools and applications.&nbsp; The ideal candidate will be highly skilled and motivated, have a strong technical background in power systems and distribution planning, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for driving innovation.&nbsp; This position will coordinate with other departments during the tools development and automation.</h2><h2></h2><h2>Responsibilities</h2><h2></h2><h2>Lead and collaborate with various teams within Avangrid and globally as well as perform research related to innovative tools and emerging technologies to assess the relevance and benefit to the Company’s grid modernization and clean energy objectives. Lead and coordinate the review and evaluation of new tools and solution alternatives through research and benchmarking. Acts as a technical leader and subject matter expert in the team to direct, oversee and mentor other Engineers in the Department as well as across the Company.&nbsp; Proactively identify and perform special projects &amp; studies that innovatively solve unique &amp; complex problems with a broad impact to the business. Works with other subject matter experts and developers to Develop new tools from concept to implementation that enhance existing processes or solves challenges for the Company. Identify and implement best practices and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and quality of the Planning process Provide technical assistance and consulting to other departments as necessary. Work with vendors, contractors and consultants to develop and automate tools and applications Assists in software product design, providing feedback to developers, performing testing of new features, and providing support to end users. Responsible presenting to Upper Management, Executives and Regulatory Commissions. Represents Avangrid Networks on technical committees and provides technical input and testimony for regulatory proceedings.</h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2></h2><h2>Skills and Requirements</h2><h2>Education &amp; Experience Required:<br>•BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent</h2><h2>•10+ years of relevant experience</h2><h2></h2><h2>Skills/Abilities:</h2><h2></h2><h2>Required Technical skills:</h2><ul><li><h2>Power systems engineering</h2></li><li><h2>Knowledge of the distribution planning process</h2></li><li><h2>Experience with distribution power flow software and grid model management</h2></li><li><h2>Experience with Grid Modernization and Clean Energy concepts including: Beneficial Electrification, DER &amp; Load Forecasting, Distribution Automation, Non-Wires Alternatives, Hosting Capacity, Volt-VAR Optimization</h2></li><li><h2>Capacity planning during normal and contingency system configurations, DER distribution system interconnections, reliability and resiliency concepts</h2></li><li><h2>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.</h2></li><li><h2>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.</h2></li></ul><h2><br>Desired Technical skills:</h2><ul><li><h2>Python Scripting</h2></li><li><h2>SQL</h2></li><li><h2>Cyme power flow analysis</h2></li><li><h2>JIRA project management.</h2></li><li><h2>Experience with Agile software development, Scrum methodology</h2></li><li><h2>Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering (MSEE)</h2></li></ul><h2>Competencies</h2><ul><li><h2>Develop Self &amp; Others</h2></li><li><h2>Empower to grow</h2></li><li><h2>Collaborate and Share</h2></li><li><h2>Be a role model</h2></li><li><h2>Focus to achieve results</h2></li><li><h2>Be agile</h2></li></ul><h2></h2><h2>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. &nbsp;This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Renewables.</h2><p></p><p></p><p><b>Company:</b></p>NY STATE ELECTRIC &amp; GAS CORP<p></p><p><b>Mobility Information</b></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p>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.<br>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 <a href="mailto:careers@avangrid.com">careers@avangrid.com</a>.</p><p></p><p>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. &nbsp;This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.</p><p></p><p><b>Job Posting End Date:</b></p>September-29-2025

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