Associate Engineer, Field Communications

EVERSOURCE; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource is seeking an Electrical/Telecommunications engineer to support testing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of substation automation equipment. You will configure RTUs, define DNP points, and help select communication media to ensure reliable real-time data delivery.

The role requires 0–3 years of experience, a BS in electrical or telecom engineering, and knowledge of DNP 3.0 and Modbus protocols, with strong communication and team coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Telecommunications Engineering or related discipline.
• 0–3 years of experience in design, implementation, and commissioning of automated field devices on electric distribution systems.
• Knowledge of SCADA concepts, DNP 3.0 and Modbus protocols; strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering assignments for installation and commissioning of automated substation devices.
• Define and configure communication settings (DNP, Modbus) for substation equipment.
• Coordinate with other departments to develop field designs and settings.
• Support lab testing to verify designs before field deployment and troubleshoot field issues.
• Ensure compliance with IEEE, DNP, Modbus standards and document engineering decisions.

Skills

SCADA concepts

DNP 3.0

Modbus protocol

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

RTUs

Reclosers

Switches

Padmount switchgear

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

Individual will perform engineering assignments (engineering and design) in support of testing, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of Substation Automation equipment for Eversource.

Duties will include: Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) configuration, defining DNP points list, device polling rates, defining unsolicited events, producing device DNP templates and settings files, collaborating with outside engineering groups to select the appropriate communication medium for device deployment, evaluating new technologies that will be automated on the Distribution and Transmission systems. Individual is responsible for engineering solutions for devices that are optimally configured to provide the data accurately and timely to support real time systems and operations. Individual will serve as subject matter expert for Substation Automation technologies to ensure that Eversource is utilizing the right mix of products and services to meet operational requirements. Individual will troubleshoot, commission and support maintenance on devices that are connected to the electric transmission and distribution system at Eversource.

Essential Functions

• Individual will perform engineering assignments (engineering and design) in support of the installation and commissioning of automated electric transmission and distribution substation devices for Eversource.
• Individual will prescribe the appropriate communication settings, i.e DNP, Modbus, etc, for substation devices including but not limited to: definition of status, control, and measurement points, polling rate, unsolicited event classification
• Individual will work with outside departments to develop design settings for implementation in the field.
• Individual will support lab testing with to ensure design is working properly prior to field implementation
• Individual will support troubleshooting events related to Substation Automation equipment where field device communication is identified to have mis-operated or Substation Automation related alarms are generated.
• Individual will Understanding of and compliance with requirements and standards set forth by industry organizations and protocols such as IEEE, DNP, modbus etc...

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

• Understanding of the design, specification, and installation of electronic devices such as Substation RTUs, reclosers, switches, padmount switchgear, RTUs, etc…
• Understanding of SCADA engineering concepts, in particular DNP 3.0 and modbus protocol
• Possess communications and presentation skills
• Ability to organize and coordinate a team to design and build out a project

Education

• Bachelor of science degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline.

Experience

• 0- 3 years of experience in the design, implementation, and commissioning of automated field devices on an electric distribution system.
• Understanding of electric distribution systems is strongly preferred

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• On-Call responsibilities are required

Competencies

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation 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-$92,000.00

Worker Type

Regular

Number of Openings

1

Emergency 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.

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