Distribution Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Eversource; East Hampton (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource in Connecticut is seeking a Distribution Design Engineer to identify improvements on the distribution system, assess performance, and plan circuit changes to enhance reliability. You will work with Field Engineering Design and other departments to support outages and restoration.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and 2–5 years of related Energy Delivery experience, with knowledge of distribution systems and the ability to work in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 2–5 years of equivalent Energy Delivery experience preferred.
• Knowledge of distribution systems desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan function for all assigned circuits.
• Assess performance including load growth and voltage; initiate work requests to improve performance.
• Provide project management support for specific projects.
• Engineer, develop and present distribution projects for approval.
• Support Operations with distribution issues and outage investigations.

Skills

Teamwork

Electrical engineer

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

STORMS/AIMS

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.

Identifies improvements and major repair needs on the distribution system. Assess the effect of alternative performance improvements on a cost/benefit basis and determines priorities. Responsible for engineering support to Field Engineering Design for any customer additions that require a substantial change to the distribution system. Plans system improvements in-line with customer needs and engineer circuit changes to improve performance for assigned circuits. Reviews daily interruption reports. Analyzes projected circuit deficiencies (e.g. voltage, overloads, etc.) for assigned circuits. Develops alternatives to improve circuit reliability. Recommends equipment replacement vs repair to maximize Return on Asset (ROA). Participates during major restoration efforts including Emergency Preparedness.

ACCOUNTABILITIES - PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Responsible for planning function for all assigned circuits.
• Responsible for assigned circuit performance including load growth, voltage profiles, fault studies and reliability studies and initiating work requests/projects where needed to improve performance.
• Responsible for identifying benefits to be derived from individual projects and predicted desired outcomes.
• Responsible for providing Project Management support for specific projects.
• Responsible for engineering resolutions for multiple outages in the Distribution System
• Create Work Requests in STORMS/AIMS
• Operates independently within a team environment.
• Reports to Lead – Distribution Design Engineer on deviations in construction design guidelines and maintenance specifications.
• Will be responsible for EMF communications and/or measurements for customers
• May become Subject Matter Experts (SME).
• Works with the Real Estate Department and Customer to negotiate easements, as required.
• Considers safety in all circuit analysis.
• Supports Account Executives with customer quality of service issues.
• Makes direct contact with customer and develop corrective actions
• Will have nonexclusive, non-supervisory, storm restoration and emergency assignments.
• Responsible for supporting Operations with distribution issues.
• This includes review switching, develop contingency plans, prioritizing work, monitoring yellow tags, provide engineering support to Field Distribution Design
• Provide regulator and capacitor control settings for Electrical Maintenance.
• Work with P&CE on developing Recloser and Breaker settings.
• Responsible for outage, voltage, and power quality investigations.
• Participate in System Operation Review Committee (SORC) and engineer corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.
• Provide reports as required.
• Engineer, develop and present distribution projects to Operating Company Review Committee (OCRC) for approval.
• Responsible to evaluate proposed DG interconnection applications.
• Review and implement annual procedures, (e.g. TD941).
• Knowledgeable of various computer applications.
• Other related duties as assigned, including support to SOC (see contract for details).

Experience, skills, and abilities:

Education: A bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.

Experience: Two (2) to Five (5) years of equivalent experience in Energy Delivery is preferred.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of distribution systems is desired. Must be able to work in a team environment. Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Internal Contacts: Liaisons with other DDE team members, Lead-Distribution Design Engineer, Manager – Distribution Design, and Manager-Electric Field Operations. Interfaces with Distribution Engineering and other Departments. Supports Field Engineering Design, Construction Engineering, and Director – Electric Field Operations. Communicates to Lead – Distribution Design Engineer for deviations on projects that fall outside of budget criteria.

External Contacts: Support ES liaisons and customer needs. Challenges: Manages distribution circuits as a financial asset.

Compensation and Benefits: Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.

Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

The annual salary range for this position is: Distribution Design Engineer Between $100,490 - $111,660

Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. In addition, this position is being posted internally.

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 Build trusting relationships

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.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor Who we are: Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system.

Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.