Associate Engineer

Company: Avangrid
Location: Waterbury
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

The 2-year Global Graduate development program is designed to develop critical skills by providing participants an opportunity to experience a range of placement assignments as they establish broad experience within Engineering. These carefully structured experiences will expose participants to a view of the "big picture" and capabilities in areas important to engineering. Rotations could include experiences in one Iberdrola location in Spain, Scotland, Brazil or Mexico and 2 rotations in the U.S. (Orange, CT, Rochester/Binghamton, NY and Augusta/Portland, ME).For each assignment, participants will be required to meet specific outcomes and execute project plans. Along with rotations, members also are given opportunities to work on Process Improvement projects that relate to their rotations.Job Responsibilities:

• Perform basic, straightforward engineering analysis, design and calculations using standard engineering methodology and principles.
• Prepare, review, maintain, and interpret basic drawings (e.g., site plans, electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, material specifications). Properly apply design standards, design criteria, guidelines, policies and operating procedures. Create and assemble construction documents; create a work breakdown structure and other requirements as needed for the successful execution of the action plan to resolve issues or connect to the system.
• Develop/present design concepts, determine alternate options/methods and create action plans to resolve basic issues or to make straightforward connections to the distribution power delivery system.
• Learn and apply the processes, policies and standards related to the distribution infrastructure to meet the customer and stakeholder needs in basic straightforward instances.
• Promote cross functional teamwork on assigned tasks and projects. Work collaboratively and independently to specify and design systems to address specific/unique situations. Promote and follow the Company safety policies and practices. Accept responsibility for their safety and healthas well as the safety and health of their fellow employees.
• Learn to plan, schedule, monitor, control budget/estimates, construction plans and material orders for assigned tasks and/or projects. Follow updates in research and developments taking place in the power industry, through training and industry associations.
• Respond as needed to assist in storm restoration efforts.Requirements:Education & Experience:
  • BS/BA Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Graduate: 0-2 Years (Internships and Co-Ops not applicable to years of experience)Skills & Abilities:
    • Solid academic standing with a GPA of 3.2 and above
    • Engineering co-op or internship experience preferred
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
    • Demonstrated strong leadership and/or proven technical skills
    • Highly motivated and takes initiative
    • Able to relocate for positions as requiredOther Abilities:
      • Good oral and written communication skills.
      • Problem solving and analytical skills.
      • Ability to multitask.
      • Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
      • Must be a proven team player to work, promote and consolidate efficient team working relationships.About the CompanyAVANGRID, Inc. (NYSE: AGR) aspires to be the leading sustainable energy company in the United States. Headquartered in Orange, CT with approximately $39 billion in assets and operations in 24 U.S. states, AVANGRID has two primary lines of business: Avangrid Networks and Avangrid Renewables. Avangrid Networks owns eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Avangrid Renewables owns and operates a portfolio of renewable energy generation facilities across the United States. AVANGRID employs approximately 7,000 people and has been recognized by Forbes and Just Capital as one of the 2021 JUST 100 companies - a list of America's best corporate citizens - and was ranked number one within the utility sector for its commitment to the environment and the communities it serves. The company supports the U.N.s Sustainable Development Goals and was named among the Worlds Most Ethical Companies in 2021 for the third consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. For more information, visit This job has been posted by TalentBoost on behalf of Avangrid. TalentBoost is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. It is the policy of TalentBoost not to discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex and gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.#TBAvangridGrads

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