Lead Engineer- Commissioning

Eversource Energy; Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 140,650 - 156,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentive eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Job summary

A utility company seeks an experienced professional for overseeing the testing and commissioning of transmission and distribution substation projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 8 years in utility engineering. Responsibilities include developing testing standards, ensuring compliance with safety measures, and guiding less experienced team members. The role requires occasional travel between Connecticut and Massachusetts and offers a competitive salary range of $140,650.00–$156,280.00, along with benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years in utility distribution/transmission engineering required.
• Valid CT or MA driver’s license required.
• Electrical engineering knowledge focused on substation project testing and commissioning preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing standards and procedures for testing and commissioning.
• Ensure substation projects are tested and commissioned according to standards.
• Review and accept project test data.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Conduct project audits for safety and compliance.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Project management

Root-cause analysis

Safety compliance

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering 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 position has the responsibility for the development and implementation of plans and procedures for the testing and commissioning of highly complex transmission and distribution substation projects. In addition, you will work closely with stakeholders including Project Management, Protection & Controls Engineering and Test in the development of project test and commissioning plans with a focus on ensuring safety and eliminating issues and errors during the commissioning process. This position is responsible for commissioning of substation equipment as individual units (breakers, transformers, etc.) as well as overall project commission including controls, systems, relays, metering, etc. This position may also provide technical and administrative guidance to Commissioning Engineers in the field.

Key/Core Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assisting in the development of standards and procedures for the successful testing and commissioning of Transmission & Distribution (HV & MV) substation projects.
• Responsible for oversight to ensure substation projects are successfully tested and commissioned in accordance with industry and Eversource standards with a high focus on safety and human performance while maintaining system reliability.
• Responsible for project test data review, collection, and acceptance.
• Collaborates effectively with other engineers within the Engineering organization to ensure consistency and teamwork.
• Responsible for assisting in the development and/or training of less experienced team members.
• Accountable for root‑cause analysis, development and implementation of corrective actions relating to project commissioning.
• Responsible for project audits to ensure safety, human performance and compliance with standards and work methods are being met.
• Performs supervisory duties as needed/as assigned.
• May require work performed outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology required.
• Minimum of eight (8) years in utility distribution/transmission engineering required.
• Electrical engineering knowledge with a focus on substation project testing and commissioning is preferred.
• Valid CT or MA driver’s license.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in both office and field environments.
• Must be available to travel between CT and MA for assignments.
• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as 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: $140,650.00–$156,280.00.

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 and Affinity 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.