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Lead Engineer - Standards

CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO
Augusta, ME Other
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
Job Title: Lead Engineer - Standards Reports to: Supervisor - Network Standards Reports In Office to: Augusta Maine The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $130,000 - $142,916 Job Summary The Lead Transmission Line Engineer will have a central role in developing transmission construction and design standards for AVANGRID’s electrical overhead and underground lines. Write engineering specifications for electrical equipment. Create material specifications for various items; such as structures, , conductors, etc. Work independently with only administrative and general direction from supervision. Develop a strong technical knowledge base to serve as technical advisor (SME) for electric equipment such as conductors, structures, switchgear, etc. Follow updates in research and developments taking place in the power industry, through training and industry associations. The engineer will lead teams/projects that solve complex distribution equipment/design problems taking a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Able to work independently with guidance on only the most complex tasks. Participates and represents AVANGRID’s on Industry associations. Mentor other employees. Key Responsibilities Perform detailed, complex engineering analyses, designs and calculations using standard methodology & principles & other viable approaches. Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve problems or to improve processes/services. Solves unique standards engineering problems. Utilizes a broad prospective to identify innovative solutions. E.g. forensic analysis, material evaluations, material applications and construction standards. Prepare, maintain, & understand drawings (e.g. schematics, one-line diagrams). Develop & specify equipment, assemble documents & other requirements for assignments of complex level of difficulty using in depth expertise in own discipline. Serve as SME for distribution equipment (e.g. conductors, switches, poles and structures). Anticipates internal/external business issues and recommend process improvements. Participate in Industry associations. Acts as a facilitator, mentor & review engineering work of others. Anticipates & make recommendations with respect to customer & stakeholder needs. Explains difficult concepts & influences others. Lead engineering teams to complete assigned tasks and projects. Assist in guiding and mentoring engineers in standards engineering methodology. Leads others to analyze and resolve complex problems in non-standard situations & develop creative solutions. Independently apply design standards, industry codes, design criteria, guidelines & AVANGRID polices/procedures. Possesses an in depth of knowledge and interprets processes and standards related to electrical equipment. Recommends solutions and best practices where appropriate. Represents Standards on projects, task forces and studies. Develop business cases & manage projects/processes/initiatives or teams in accordance with applicable AVANGRID guidelines. Coordinate phases of engineering for assigned portions of a project/program. Required Qualifications Education & Experience: Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited college/university, 7 years’ minimum experience performing engineering duties, with a preference for 10 years. Specialized advanced training is also required or graduate level engineering degree. A professional engineer’s license is desirable. Knowledge & Skills/Abilities: Possess in depth experience in electric transmission line engineering and knowledge of internal/external business and regulatory issues. Maintains knowledge of leading edge techniques or technology through participation in professional associations. Able to explain difficult concepts and influence others to change. Able to communicate orally or in writing to regulatory and/or public entities. Able to lead a Team or mentor others. #LI-AM1 #ON-SITE Company: CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO Mobility Information 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. 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. 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 careers@avangrid.com. 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. Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management. Job Posting End Date: December-19-2025 We are one of the main energy companies in the world, a leader in renewables, which champions the energy transition towards a low-emissions economy. We supply energy to nearly 100 million people in dozens of countries and develops its renewable, network and commercial activities in Europe (Spain, the United Kingdom, Portugal, France, Germany, Italy and Greece), the United States, Brazil, Mexico and Australia and maintains markets such as Japan, Taiwan, Ireland, Sweden and Poland, among others, as growth platforms. Do you want to be part of the energy of the future? Do not hesitate, join us! Consult the Iberdrola career site Terms of Use and Legal Conditions Consult the Iberdrola employment channel Privacy Notice At Iberdrola Group | Careers we only use technical cookies to allow the operation and provision of the services offered on the website. For more information you can consult our Cookies Policy

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