Associate Engineer, Asset Management (hybrid schedule)

Eversource; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking an Associate Engineer to help shape the Transmission program, ensuring reliability while controlling costs. You will develop and prioritize transmission budgets and projects, collaborate across Engineering, Project Management, and Cost Estimating, and benchmark asset performance against industry peers.

Travel between MA/CT/NH may be required. The role supports the one‑year and five‑year capital plans, with emphasis on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Electrical engineering preferred for this role.
• Ability to develop and execute projects with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develops coordinated transmission programs and budgets.
• Identifies process improvements for transmission projects.
• Supports prioritization of the transmission capital program.
• Maintains collaborative working relationships across functions.
• Benchmarks asset performance against industry benchmarks.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Project development & presentation

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Electrical engineering degree preferred

Tools

Power software

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.Role and Scope of Position:The Associate Engineer will be primarily responsible for ensuring Eversource's Business Strategy for the Transmission program are optimally developed to provide the highest levels of system reliability at lowest possible costs. In addition, you will have specific responsibilities including the development of a coordinated transmission programs and budgets, identifying process improvements with respect to development, approval and management of transmission projects, providing input to the development and prioritization of the transmission capital programs, developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with other functions. Our successful candidate will also benchmark Eversource’s transmission asset performance relative to the industry.Role and Scope of Position:In this role, you will be primarily responsible for ensuring Eversource's Business Strategy for the Transmission program are optimally developed to provide the highest levels of system reliability at lowest possible costs. In addition, you will have specific responsibilities including the development of a coordinated transmission programs and budgets, identifying process improvements with respect to development, approval and management of transmission projects, providing input to the development and prioritization of the transmission capital programs, developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with other functions. Our successful candidate will also benchmark Eversource’s transmission asset performance relative to the industry.Essential Functions:Capital Program Development:Provides input to the development of the Transmission Business capital budgetIdentifies, initiates, and prioritizes projects for inclusion in the one-year and five-year Capital Budget PlanWorks with Engineering, Project Management, and Cost Estimating to develop detailed project scope, cost, and schedule.Leads interdisciplinary project team to select the best solution, document alternatives analysis, and present project approval justifications to the Solution Design Committee and/or Eversource Project Approval CommitteeTransmission and Substation Equipment Performance:Develops operational strategies for the utilization of asset resources, considering asset life cycle planning and risk analysis.Analyzes Transmission system reliability, including goal setting, reporting, and System Operations Review Committee activitiesDevelops and issues transmission system performance measures; identifies gaps and opportunities for future project performance improvements.Facilitates the creation and maintenance of the Transmission asset databaseImplements and supports tri-state processes for consistent collection and management of asset dataPerforms asset data analysis to support asset management strategies and equipment replacement programs.Communicates the Asset Management strategy throughout Eversource and to external parties as necessary.BenchmarkingFacilitates Transmission & Substation benchmarking effortsIdentifies best practices and opportunities for future improvement.Oversees the development of asset strategies, tools, and procedures for managing Transmission assets.Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:Technical Knowledge/Skill:Knowledge of utility power systems is preferred.Ability to independently develop, present and execute new projects through collaborations with other departments.Familiarity with power related software is preferred.Education:A Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required. An electrical engineering degree is preferred.Experience:0-3 years related experience is required. Engineering design experience preferred.Licenses & Certifications: NoneWorking Conditions:Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.Competencies:Build trusting relationshipsManage and develop peopleFoster teamwork and cross-functional collaborationLead changeCommunicate strategic visionCreate an engaged workforceFocus on the customerTake ownership & accountabilityCompensation and Benefits:Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:$82,800.00-$92,000.00Worker Type:RegularNumber of Openings:1Emergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.EEO Statement:Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.VEVRRA Federal Contractor