Associate Utility Designer (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Berlin (NH); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Substation Design Engineer to design and support substation projects in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. You will perform detailed electrical designs, field verifications, and coordinate with engineering, construction, and vendors.

Responsibilities include producing final design packages, material bills, and design changes while mentoring drafters and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Travel between MA/CT/NH may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs using computer-aided techniques.
• Develop final detailed design packages for projects through discussions with engineering & construction personnel, design disciplines, and outside vendors.
• Prepare conceptual designs and sketches based on field investigations and project criteria.
• Perform field visits during the design process to verify site conditions and design accuracy.
• Provide guidance, training, and direction to design drafters in developing finished drawings.
• Perform technical calculations for substation designs.
• Prepare, approve, and maintain bills of materials and other supporting documents for design drawing development.
• Review and approve vendor projects and provide design input to engineers for project development.
• Provide design services to support federal, state, and local license submittals.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Drafting standards

Communication skills

Electrical theory

Education

AS degree in Electrical Engineering or EE Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

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.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, forward-thinking, problem-solving member to join the Electrical Design team where you will be responsible for designing and supporting Substation projects in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.

Essential Functions:

• Develop detailed engineering designs using computer-aided techniques.
• Develop final detailed design packages for projects through discussions and meetings with appropriate engineering & construction personnel, design disciplines, and outside vendors.
• Prepare conceptual designs and sketches based on field investigations, project scope, and engineering criteria supplied by project/discipline engineers.
• Perform field visits during the design process to verify site conditions, resolve field issues and verify the accuracy of the design.
• Provide guidance, training, and direction to design drafters in the development of finished drawings.
• Perform technical calculations for substation designs.
• Prepare, approve, and maintain bills of materials and other supporting documents associated with the design drawing development.
• Process, review, and approve design changes to accommodate field-related problems
• Verify the “as-built” conditions of design documents.
• Assist in the development of department standards in accordance with utility industry.
• Review and approve vendor projects.
• Provide design input to engineers for project development.
• Provide support for additional equipment, materials, or services in connection with construction.
• Provide design services to Engineering upon requests to aid them in the preparation of federal, state, and local license submittals.
• Required to perform Storm duty assignments.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

• Must have working knowledge of electrical systems: experience in wiring, working knowledge of one-line, three-lines, and schematics.
• Prefer working knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam.
• Ability to apply department design/drafting standards and procedures.
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards.
• Effectively communicate ideas and directions, both written and orally.
• Demonstrate ability to apply basic electrical theory, technical mathematics, and basic science.

Education:

• Associate of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology.

Experience :

• Zero (0) Two (2) years of directly related utility design, wiring or technical experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Individual must hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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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:

$76,380.00-$84,870.00

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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