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Iberdrola

Engineer - T&D

Orange, CT · On-site

Electric - T&D Department: Electric T&D Operations Reports to: Supervisor - Electric Operations Location: In Office , Orange CT The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience ...

Iberdrola

Engineer - T&D

Orange, CT · On-site

Electric - T&D Department: Electric T&D Operations Reports to: Supervisor - Electric Operations Location: In Office , Orange CT The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience ...

Windham, NH 3087

Estimator - T&D

Windham, NH

The T&D Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission ... Harlan Electric possesses extensive expertise providing services in congested urban environments.

MYR Group

Estimator - T&D

Windham, NH · On-site

The T&D Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission ... Harlan Electric possesses extensive expertise providing services in congested urban environments.

MYR Group

Estimator - T&D

Windham, NH

The T&D Estimator is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission ... Harlan Electric possesses extensive expertise providing services in congested urban environments.

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How much do t&d electric jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for t&d electric in the United States is $26.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $30.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a T&D Electrician, and why are they important?

To thrive as a T&D Electrician, you need a solid understanding of electrical theory, power transmission and distribution systems, and typically a journeyman electrician license or relevant technical certification. Familiarity with SCADA systems, circuit testing tools, and safety protocols is essential for daily tasks. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this field. These competencies are vital to ensure safe, reliable power delivery and efficient maintenance of critical infrastructure.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in T&D Electric roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in T&D Electric (Transmission & Distribution Electric) roles often encounter challenges such as working in adverse weather conditions, managing complex and aging infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with strict safety regulations. Additionally, responding to power outages and coordinating with multiple teams—including engineers, lineworkers, and control center staff—can require strong communication and problem-solving skills. To address these challenges, it's important to stay current with industry best practices, participate in ongoing training, and foster a culture of safety and collaboration within the team.

What are T&D Electric jobs?

T&D Electric jobs refer to roles involved in the transmission and distribution (T&D) of electrical power. These positions can include engineers, lineworkers, technicians, and project managers who design, install, maintain, and repair systems that move electricity from power plants to homes and businesses. T&D Electric professionals ensure the safe and reliable delivery of electricity through high-voltage transmission lines and local distribution networks. They often work for utility companies, electrical contractors, or specialized service providers. The work may involve outdoor fieldwork and adherence to strict safety standards.

What is the difference between T&D Electric vs Lineman?

AspectT&D ElectricLineman
CertificationsElectrical safety, OSHA, CDL often requiredElectrical safety, OSHA, CDL often required
Work EnvironmentSubstations, power plants, transmission linesUtility poles, transmission and distribution lines
Industry UsagePower utilities, electrical contractorsPower utilities, electrical contractors
Job FocusMaintaining and operating transmission & distribution systemsInstalling, repairing, and maintaining overhead and underground lines

Both T&D Electric and Lineman roles require similar certifications and work in the power utility industry. T&D Electric specialists focus on the operation and maintenance of transmission and distribution systems, often working in substations and power plants. Linemen primarily work on installing and repairing overhead and underground lines. While their tasks differ, both roles are essential for reliable power delivery and share many skills and safety requirements.

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Infographic showing various T&D Electric job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,315 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Engineer - T&D

Iberdrola

Orange, CT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Electric - T&D
Department: Electric T&D Operations
Reports to: Supervisor - Electric Operations
Location: In Office, Orange CT
The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $96,400 - $120,500
Job Summary
The engineer will review, analyze, and coordinate moderate to complex planned construction projects, maintenance requirements and responses to system disturbances related to the operation of the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) System. Approve planned outages and clearance requests. Coordinate work with other departments within UI and other outside system operators (e.g., ISO, CONVEX, NUSCO). Work is to be completed with minimal guidance. The incumbent must be available for on call, as necessary.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform moderately complex system analyses, design and calculations using std methodology & principles & other viable approaches.
  • Develop alternate methods or design concepts to resolve problems or to improve processes/services.
  • Solves moderately complex system operating problems. Take a new perspective on established solutions. (e.g., outages, system disturbances, power quality, load flow studies, maintenance recommendations).
  • Prepare, maintain, and understand drawings (e.g., schematics, one-line diagrams). Develop and specify equipment, assemble documents and other requirements for assignments of moderate to complex level of difficulty.
  • Represent Operate Electric System (OES) on assigned project teams.
  • Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience and provide guidance to other team members on OES issues. (e.g., review and evaluate proposals and projects).
  • Guide or mentor others. Provides expertise to operators, dispatchers, engineers & consultants.
  • Interprets & make recommendations with respect to customer & stakeholder needs. Explains difficult issues & works to establish consensus.
  • Promotes cross functional teamwork on assigned tasks and projects. Assist in guiding and mentoring engineers in OES.
  • Provides direction for resources outside of the department.
  • Works independently to address std & non-std system operating situations.
  • Apply design stds., industry codes, design criteria, guidelines & UI polices/procedures. (e.g., planned system outage and clearance requests, coordinate system restoration).
  • Interprets processes and standards related to OES.
  • Recommend solutions and best practices for standard and nonstandard situations.
  • Represents OES on projects, task forces and studies.
  • Develop business cases & manage small projects/processes/initiatives or teams in accordance with applicable UI guidelines.
  • Coordinate phases of OES work for assigned portions of a project/program. (e.g., clearance requests)
  • Plan, schedule, monitor, control budget/estimates, for assigned tasks and/or projects.
  • Possess in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in distribution design and operations, along with related business practices and procedures (e.g., design criteria, standards, NESC).
  • Able to explain difficult issues and work to establish consensus.
  • Able to work in a cross-functional team and guide or mentor other team members.

Required Qualifications
  • Technical Skills/Competencies
    • Theoretical Engineering knowledge - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Analytic, modeling & Calculation, understanding the business model; Global View of the Business (Values cross-functional collaboration, understands importance of growing knowledge and developing relationships and links across the organization)
    • Practical engineering experience/application - Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction, (e.g., field experience, standardization "Perform economic analyses of engineering alternatives, develop business cases and defend in front of stakeholders.")
    • Engineering documentation # Ability to adequately document and interpret engineering documentation
    • Ability to review and approve engineering work done by others to ensure compliance with company standards, specifications, and contract requirements
    • Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment - Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and requirements
  • Education & Experience Required:
    • BS/BA Degree Experience: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university plus 2-5+ years' experience performing engineering duties or an A.S. Electrical Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university plus 9 years' experience in Engineering with UI Engineering Training Curriculum (e.g., ECNE-PUI) or equivalent is required.

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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:
June-10-2026

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