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Lead Engineer - Standards

United States Of America, New York, RochesterFull-time$117k2026-10-16 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United StatesNo visa sponsorship

Core

Developing distribution construction and design standards for electrical overhead and underground lines, writing engineering specifications, and creating material specifications for equipment like reclosers, transformers, and cables.

Role type

Lead Standards Engineer (Electrical Distribution)

Builds

Engineering specifications, material specifications, and design standards for electrical equipment

Domain

Electrical power distribution and grid infrastructure

Required skills

Electrical engineering, standards development, engineering analysis and design, material evaluation, forensic analysis, project leadership, technical mentoring, industry code interpretation, business case development

Preferred skills

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Technologies

Engineering software for schematics and one-line diagrams, industry standards databases

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain engineering specifications and material standards for electrical equipment; Perform complex engineering analyses and designs; Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for distribution equipment; Lead engineering teams and mentor staff; Represent the company in industry associations; Develop business cases and manage standards-related projects

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities