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Rochester Gas & Electric The salary range for this position is dependent on experience level ranging from $103,939 to $129,924. Job Summary
Responsible for high voltage, medium voltage, and low voltage transmission and distribution line designs for all operating companies in Avangrid Networks. Line designs include structural or electrical calculations, routing, and preparation of engineering drawings. The electric delivery system in Maine contains approximately 2,600 miles of transmission lines & 317 substations. The electric delivery system in New York contains approximately 5,600 miles of transmission lines & 621 substations. The electric delivery system in Connecticut contains approximately 130 miles of transmission lines and 28 bulk electric supply substations. Position reports to the Unit Manager Line Projects but will work day-today in a cross functional project team and support project needs as dictated by the RGE (Rochester Gas & Electric) project manager(s). Key Responsibilities
Capital project engineering performance including all phases such as: scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction, and closeout. Responsible for leading and creating new conceptual designs and overseeing the work of external detailed designers. Proactively identify and perform special projects and studies that innovatively solve unique and complex problems with broad impact to the business. Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve unique problems or to improve processes/services. Solve unique and complex engineering problems. Identify innovative solutions. Oversee engineering studies to evaluate equipment and system performance and effectiveness and analyze operational issues in support of system reliability and operational efficiency. Develop and validate information needed for engineering analyses and applying engineering judgment to solve technical problems. Ensure all engineering designs meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes, and standards. Represent the company on regional and national committees when needed. Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers. Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department. Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills. Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices Work independently with little supervision For Lead Engineers: Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers. Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices Work independently with little supervision Required Qualifications
Technical Skills/Competencies Theoretical Engineering knowledge - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytic, modeling & Calculation, understanding the business model; Global View of the Business (Values cross-functional collaboration, understands importance of growing knowledge and developing relationships and links across the organization) Practical engineering experience/application - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g., field experience, standardization "Perform economic analyses of engineering alternatives, develop business cases and defend in front of stakeholders.") Engineering documentation - Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation Ability to review and approve engineering work done by others - to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment - Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and requirements Experience/Training: Engineering/Professional qualification or equivalent experience Experience in the delivery of projects, as necessary Relevant network construction and operational experience to include field inspections Computer literacy Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management Professional Engineering License Preferred Preferred Qualifications
General Skills: Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills to decipher unique technical and analytical problems, Proven ability to lead and manage projects, Strong communication and interpersonal skills to articulate highly technical concepts, Strong management and leadership skills, ability to drive change and adoption of new technologies. Knowledge of the regulatory environment including relevant output and incentive mechanisms. General contract, commercial and regulatory awareness with the ability to balance effective and efficient customer service and project delivery, ensuring maximum return on investment. Track record of effective stakeholder and customer service engagement and management. Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions Awareness and understanding of key business drivers Ability to devise solutions to both common and complex problems/challenges. Where appropriate, technical, and operational experience in a relevant engineering role within a utility environment. Where required, knowledge of: Construction and maintenance standards in accordance with regulatory requirements Engineering standards and specifications up to 345kV Engineering standards and specifications up to 345kV Routine Technical Skills: CAD Drafting - Expert Company Procedures, Processes and Standards - Expert Construction and Outage Sequencing - Expert Industry Codes, Standards, and Regulations- Expert PLS-CADD Modeling - Expert Project Scoping and Estimating - Expert Technical Writing and Communication - Expert Unique Technical Skills: Foundation Design - Expert/Competent1 Overhead Transmission Line Layout - Expert/Competent1 Surveying - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Equipment Specifications - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Line Maintenance - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Material Selection - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Service Specifications - Expert/Competent1 Underground Transmission Line Design - Expert/Competent1 Note 1: 2 of the unique technical skills listed above must be at the expert level. Disclaimer 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. Job Posting End Date: November-7-2025 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Lead Line Engineer
role at
Rochester Gas & Electric The salary range for this position is dependent on experience level ranging from $103,939 to $129,924. Job Summary
Responsible for high voltage, medium voltage, and low voltage transmission and distribution line designs for all operating companies in Avangrid Networks. Line designs include structural or electrical calculations, routing, and preparation of engineering drawings. The electric delivery system in Maine contains approximately 2,600 miles of transmission lines & 317 substations. The electric delivery system in New York contains approximately 5,600 miles of transmission lines & 621 substations. The electric delivery system in Connecticut contains approximately 130 miles of transmission lines and 28 bulk electric supply substations. Position reports to the Unit Manager Line Projects but will work day-today in a cross functional project team and support project needs as dictated by the RGE (Rochester Gas & Electric) project manager(s). Key Responsibilities
Capital project engineering performance including all phases such as: scoping and budgeting, conceptual engineering, contract management and design, engineering design, construction, and closeout. Responsible for leading and creating new conceptual designs and overseeing the work of external detailed designers. Proactively identify and perform special projects and studies that innovatively solve unique and complex problems with broad impact to the business. Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve unique problems or to improve processes/services. Solve unique and complex engineering problems. Identify innovative solutions. Oversee engineering studies to evaluate equipment and system performance and effectiveness and analyze operational issues in support of system reliability and operational efficiency. Develop and validate information needed for engineering analyses and applying engineering judgment to solve technical problems. Ensure all engineering designs meet applicable company, local, state, and national codes, and standards. Represent the company on regional and national committees when needed. Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers. Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department. Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills. Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices Work independently with little supervision For Lead Engineers: Utilize knowledge to influence and guide department engineers. Provide technical leadership in complex projects that have a wide impact on the department Mentor, develop and support team in technical skills Ability to collaborate across departments Liaison/ direct contractors on company policy, standards, and best practices Work independently with little supervision Required Qualifications
Technical Skills/Competencies Theoretical Engineering knowledge - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytic, modeling & Calculation, understanding the business model; Global View of the Business (Values cross-functional collaboration, understands importance of growing knowledge and developing relationships and links across the organization) Practical engineering experience/application - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g., field experience, standardization "Perform economic analyses of engineering alternatives, develop business cases and defend in front of stakeholders.") Engineering documentation - Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation Ability to review and approve engineering work done by others - to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment - Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and requirements Experience/Training: Engineering/Professional qualification or equivalent experience Experience in the delivery of projects, as necessary Relevant network construction and operational experience to include field inspections Computer literacy Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management Professional Engineering License Preferred Preferred Qualifications
General Skills: Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills to decipher unique technical and analytical problems, Proven ability to lead and manage projects, Strong communication and interpersonal skills to articulate highly technical concepts, Strong management and leadership skills, ability to drive change and adoption of new technologies. Knowledge of the regulatory environment including relevant output and incentive mechanisms. General contract, commercial and regulatory awareness with the ability to balance effective and efficient customer service and project delivery, ensuring maximum return on investment. Track record of effective stakeholder and customer service engagement and management. Ability to communicate and present information effectively at all levels Ability to manage competing priorities using sound engineering and financial judgment to determine optimal solutions Awareness and understanding of key business drivers Ability to devise solutions to both common and complex problems/challenges. Where appropriate, technical, and operational experience in a relevant engineering role within a utility environment. Where required, knowledge of: Construction and maintenance standards in accordance with regulatory requirements Engineering standards and specifications up to 345kV Engineering standards and specifications up to 345kV Routine Technical Skills: CAD Drafting - Expert Company Procedures, Processes and Standards - Expert Construction and Outage Sequencing - Expert Industry Codes, Standards, and Regulations- Expert PLS-CADD Modeling - Expert Project Scoping and Estimating - Expert Technical Writing and Communication - Expert Unique Technical Skills: Foundation Design - Expert/Competent1 Overhead Transmission Line Layout - Expert/Competent1 Surveying - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Equipment Specifications - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Line Maintenance - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Material Selection - Expert/Competent1 Transmission Service Specifications - Expert/Competent1 Underground Transmission Line Design - Expert/Competent1 Note 1: 2 of the unique technical skills listed above must be at the expert level. Disclaimer 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. Job Posting End Date: November-7-2025 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries Utilities Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Rochester Gas & Electric by 2x End of description note.
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