Avangrid

Supervisor - Transmission System Ops

LocationVestal, NY
Salary$103,939-$129,924

About This Job

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $103,939 to $129,924

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, responsible for safe and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System and all associated transmission and substation assets. Coordinates and directs the activity of field employees and ECC operators in the operation and maintenance of the Company's electric power system and gas system as applicable. Has the responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. Monitors and responds to electric power system reliability events and operating parameter violations. Directs the switching of Company and interconnected electric power system facilities to maintain safety and operate within respective reliability criteria.

Key Responsibilities* Monitors and evaluates electric power system alarms and events, prepares and initiates corrective action response. Anticipates and responds to actual or predicted thermal and voltage violations on the electric power system. Provides direction and assistance to operations staff during electric and/or gas system emergencies. Prepare reports on system disturbances and events as required.
Responsible for complying with the applicable NERC reliability standards and applicable reliability criteria as defined by NPCC, the applicable ISO, Regulatory authorities, and internal policy and procedure.
Evaluates reliability impact of planned maintenance outages.
Reviews and directs the switching of Company electric transmission and distribution facilities for scheduled inspection, maintenance, and testing to follow all applicable safety rules & procedures.
Evaluates and directs the response to spontaneous transmission, generation, or substation equipment outages. Initiates action to manage and limit risk of uncontrolled failure of components or cascading outages of the interconnection.
Plans emergency isolation and restoration activity to minimize duration and number of customers interrupted to achieve CAIDI/SAIFI reliability targets
During normal and emergency conditions, has the authority to direct timely and appropriate real-time actions.
Has authority to shed firm load to prevent or alleviate System Operating Limit or Interconnection Reliability Operating Limit violations. These actions are performed without obtaining approval from higher-level personnel within the organization.
Provides operations and communications interface with NY or NE ISO and market participants located in Company's area.
Initiates control action or other processes as requested by either ISO within area of jurisdiction.
As applicable, performs hourly energy accounting functions to support calculation of Company's transmission district load.
As applicable, directs after-hours customer service trouble dispatch activity including the dispatch of field operations crews in response to electric and gas distribution trouble and emergencies.
Schedule shifts and provide technical guidance and expertise to employees engaged in the operation of the electric and/or gas system.
Develop and implement general operating practices, procedures, and methods that promote the safe and reliable operation of the electric power system.
Direct, plan, document, review and/or appraise the work of direct reports, provide coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action if required.

Required Qualifications Education & Experience Required:* Must have at least an Associate degree in Electrical Engineering Technology or related technical field.

6 to 8 years of relevant experience required

Certifications:* NERC Reliability Operator or Transmission Operator certification or the ability to certify within one year required.

Experience* In-depth knowledge of interconnected electric power system operations, generation characteristics, electrical equipment operations, system protection desirable.

Experience and knowledge of energy control systems and electric power system network analysis applications desirable.
Familiarity with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), OMS (Outage Management System) and GIS (Geographic Information System)
Familiarity with OSHA electric safety standards and switching and tagging procedures.
Knowledge of customer service procedures desirable.
Supervisory experience and knowledge of labor relations practices desirable where applicable.

Skills/Abilities:* Results and proactive orientation.

Strong analytical, leadership, interpersonal, and communications skills.
Able to make operational decisions under pressure.
Able to take on special projects.
Demonstrated administrative and decision-making abilities.
Able to operate computer and communication equipment and applications.
Required to work a 24X7 shift rotation comprised of 12-hour shifts that include nights, holidays, and weekends.
Ability to work effectively with all areas of the company.

Competencies* Growth & Continuous Improvement

Initiative & Change
Focused on Results
Customer Centric (internal and/or external)
Communication
Collaboration
Leadership (people managers/leaders)

Benefits:* Award winning student loan debt repayment program

12% 401(k) Match
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits - including medical, dental, vision and variety of well-being programs
Tuition Assistance
Opportunities for professional development, career advancement, and internal mobility
Supportive and inclusive work environment
Generous PTO policy


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Company:

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP

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.

Job Posting End Date:

May-24-2025

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