Field Engineer Gr 3

Eversource Energy; Yarmouth (MA); On-site; USD 73,770; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Field Engineer Gr. 3 to conduct electrical maintenance in substations. The successful candidate will perform preventative and corrective maintenance, ensuring safety and productivity on-site. Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related. This role requires strong collaboration skills and the ability to manage technical issues effectively. The position offers a competitive rate of $53.55 per hour.

Qualifications

• Engineering education in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to conduct work independently and as part of a team.
• Aptitude for researching and repairing electrical controls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical maintenance and testing in substations.
• Provide technical support for electrical maintenance.
• Ensure efficacy and safety of work performed.

Skills

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

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Science

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Technology

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply. This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Field Engineer Gr. 3

Field Engineering, Electric Substation Operations

Monday – Friday

7AM – 3:30PM

Starting Rate of Pay: $53.55 per hour

Union Represented Position

The title Field Engineer Gr. 3, designates employees whose responsibilities and duties require professional knowledge and aptitude for creative thinking in some specific field of engineering, such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, chemical, civil, heating and ventilation, or structural and whose activities are in connection with engineering construction, operation or maintenance assignments, or other technical work of the Company.

Field Engineers must effectively conduct their work activities with regard to the work of others such as engineers or others working on the same projects; personnel of other departments; representatives of consulting engineering firms, municipalities, other utilities, manufacturers, customers, contractors; and contractors’ employees engaged in related activities.

It will be essential for Field Engineers engaged in certain activities involving other departments to acquire familiarity with any applicable rules and procedures established by those departments such as “Permit” procedures, Tagging procedures, Safety Rules and procedures, System Operating Department routines, etc.

Field Engineers is responsible for the safe, efficient, and productive performance of the work.

Field Engineers must ensure that all proper tools, equipment, and material are specified for job assignments.

This position is predominantly field work in Electrical Substations and Electrical Network Vaults. This position leads and performs preventative and corrective electrical maintenance and testing. This position also provides technical support for Operator Mechanics performing electrical maintenance and substation construction. Candidates are expected to be self‑learners and to investigate problems and work with equipment manufacturers to resolve issues and make repairs. Training is provided for safety and electrical fundamentals but an aptitude for research and for repairing electrical controls and associated equipment is beneficial.

Requirements

Engineering education as evidenced by a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Science (BSECE) or a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Technology (BSET).

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 and Affi­ative Action 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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