Lead - OSW Engineering | Engineer in Engineering Job at Avangrid in Boston MA | 7213401068

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Lead - OSW Engineering

Location:

Boston, MA

Description:

Position Informaton;Title: Lead - OSW EngineeringLocation: Boston, MAPay Range: $128,000 - $160,000Schedule: Office Main Purpose of Job The MEQ Manager is a critical role within the Offshore Renewables Business, focussing on the delivery of large-scale offshore wind projects in the US and overseas.Belonging to the New England Wind Main Electrical Equipment (MEQ) Package and reporting to the MEQ Package Manager, the MEQ Manager will be responsible for specification of Main Electrical equipment technical requirements, tendering, negotiating and managing contracts, planning and implementing delivery of tasks associated interfaces, defining company and business engineering standards and technical acceptance criteria, and ensuring quality, best practices and excellent H&SE performance are applied.The role will require an expert in EHV/HV equipment related to offshore wind farms, defining requirements and activities related to Avangrid/Iberdrola offshore wind project pipeline. The MEQ Manager will be a recognised expert in their field and take leadership within and out with the business to develop and set the standards for how the business specifies, procures, transports, installs and commissions EHV/HV Electrical Equipment.The individual will be working as part of a global business with activities in many countries across Europe and the rest of the world. The position may require travel to various locations in the US and overseas and the individual should be capable of managing teams working at different project locations. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of MEQ assets to Offshore Wind Projects for Avangrid. Responsible for EHV/HV equipment specification and design activities of the offshore windfarm projects, providing key engineering advice, assessment and recommendations to ensure delivery of projects within time, to budget and quality following the highest industry practice and observing the maximum respect for Health, Safety and the Environment to ensure regulatory and legal compliance. Provide expert advice on engineering strategies / risk levels relevant to a multi-million dollar work package, to ensure that cost effective technical solutions are identified, fully evaluated and the risk profile is fully understood by the project. Ensure that all assessment, advice and recommendations are fully documented in accordance with all internal procedures and industry best practice, and that sufficient technical and commercial due diligence (whether internal or external) exists to support those business decisions. Ensure that health and safety and environmental requirements are fully considered and adhered to in design to ensure compliance with legislation and industry best practice. Be fully aware, informed and up to date of the latest technical developments related to EHV/HV electrical equipment and identify and assess suitable new that has the potential activities to reduce cost and risk, or improve safety. Work with other centres of technical excellence across the Iberdrola group to support synergistic activities and incorporate lessons learned. Work with key suppliers and stakeholders in the field, for example software vendors, specialist consultants, academia and innovation organisations to develop and understand the leading edge solutions Ensure lessons learnt regarding offshore wind farm development and construction are captured and shared across the different projects (large work packages). Establish the right mechanisms for this process and ensure that the engineering team implements them to enhance business value. Key Criteria Minimum Criteria (Mandatory) Excellent communication and inter-personal skills The ability to understand complex engineering and construction information, which may be unfamiliar Proven ability to work in a team environment and also independently. Experience of working in and managing highly-skilled teams Solid grasp of engineering and work control of large-scale project delivery IT literate with the ability to operate MS Office systems and learn how to use new IT applications. Educated to degree level in relevant engineering discipline or a related subject. Self-motivated, with personal organisation and planning skills English speaking. Comprehensive knowledge of engineering procedures, standards and guidance. Skills, Knowledge & Experience The candidate should also possess: Knowledge and experience of EHV/HV electrical equipment Knowledge and experience of offshore wind farm grid connections Experience of engineering design and delivery. Understanding of electromechanical drawings and documents. Analytical, with an eye for detail Project, contract and time management, with ability to complete projects and keep to deadlines Numerical skills and ability to quantify the costs of potential incidents Strong leadership, teamwork and customer service ethic Adaptable and good at problem solving Enthusiastic and flexible approach to work Results orientated Good communication skills at various levels Flexibility to travel between Iberdrola offices and contractor facilities in the US and Europe. Key Interfaces Colleagues within the project, specifically the Electrical Design Manager, Onshore Substation Package Manager, Offshore Substation Package Manager, Systems Integration Package Manager and Main Electrical Equipment Package Manager. Offshore business functional manager Appointed consultants and contractors 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.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 AvangridRenewables.Our Selection Process:All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal or state law.#LI-CH1 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 countryAVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. 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 XXXX@avangrid.com Job Posting End Date: PDN-9b9c6b84-91b5-40c6-8dc9-0c17a486162f

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Avangrid

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March 23 on Professional Diversity Network

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