Lead Engineer- Commissioning

Eversource; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 141,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a senior-level electrical engineer to lead the testing and commissioning of complex transmission and distribution substation projects. You will help develop standards, oversee field testing, review data, and ensure safety and reliability across projects in CT/MA.

Ideal candidates have a Eighth years in utility engineering, a strong substation testing background, and a valid CT/MA driver's license.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of standards and procedures for the successful testing and commissioning of Transmission & Distribution (HV & MV) substation projects.
• 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.
• Project test data review, collection, and acceptance.
• Collaborating effectively with other engineers within the Engineering organization to ensure consistency and teamwork.
• 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.
• Project audits to ensure safety, human performance and compliance with standards and work methods are being met.
• Performing supervisory duties as needed/as assigned.
• May require work performed outside of normal business hours.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Substation testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Key/Core Responsibilities:

• Assisting in the development of standards and procedures for the successful testing and commissioning of Transmission & Distribution (HV & MV) substation projects.
• 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.
• Project test data review, collection, and acceptance.
• Collaborating effectively with other engineers within the Engineering organization to ensure consistency and teamwork.
• 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.
• Project audits to ensure safety, human performance and compliance with standards and work methods are being met.
• Performing 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. 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:

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.

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.

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. 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.