Avangrid

Principal High Voltage Specialist

LocationVineyard Haven, MA
Salary$108,160-$135,200

About This Job

The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $52.24 - $65.30 per hour.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package with potential for overtime pay, holiday pay, and a generous bonus scheme.

Location note: This job will be based at our office in Barnstable, MA with field work in Martha's Vineyard.


JOB SUMMARY

The Principal High Voltage Specialist role supports the Operations and Maintenance of the Vineyard Wind 1 Offshore Wind Generating Facility. This position will report directly to the High Voltage Engineering Manager at the Barnstable, MA O/M Facility. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient execution of all On-Site O/M activities related to the Balance of Plant works for the Offshore Wind Generation facility.


JOB DUTIES

1. Execute safe operations on managed onshore and offshore transmission assets.

2. Become Authorized Person under company safety rules in accordance with OSHA and BSEE standards. Including but not limited to the following responsibilities:

Carrying out High-Voltage switching operations under the direction of a System Operator
Comply with company policy to implement Lockout / Tagout provisions on system isolations.
Perform de-energized verification testing of electrical transmission circuits and apparatus using approved work methods.
Determine appropriate locations and install personal protective grounds in accordance with approved work methods.
Hold “Clearance” for responsibility of work on the Primary (High-Voltage Network)
Review switching schedules to be accurate and correct for the work to be performed under a Clearance.
Provide oversight and safety observation of contractor works under a Clearance.

3. Ability to read and interpret One- Line operating diagrams.

4. Have thorough understanding and knowledge of electrical work scopes and associated hazards to take responsibility for oversight and management of work crews.

5. Perform planned and unplanned maintenance activities on HV electrical equipment and associated protection and control systems.

6. Perform work in accordance with relevant procedures, processes and technical literature.

7. Efficiently troubleshoot, perform corrective actions, fault identification and data collection for abnormal system conditions.


SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

5-7 years of O&M or Commissioning experience within the field of High-Voltage Electric Power Generation, Transmission or Distribution.
Experience operating, installing, testing and maintaining HV / MV electrical apparatus
Authorized Person under Company Safety Rules, or Qualified Electrical Worker with ability to become Authorized.
Journeyman License from recognized Utility or Apprenticeship program preferable
Up to date or willingness to acquire GWO and HUET with CA-EB
Maritime experience preferable
Must be flexible with regard to working patterns
Basic computer & reporting skills
Communication & supervisory skills


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:


AVANGRID POWER, LLC


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:


July-2-2025

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