Lead Engineer, Protection and Controls (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive plan

Job summary

Eversource is seeking a Lead Engineer to lead the development, planning, design, maintenance and operation of the transmission and distribution system. The role involves supervising engineers, evaluating failures, and ensuring high-quality, safe and reliable service across MA/CT/NH with travel as needed.

The position requires a BS in Electrical Engineering or related, eight years in the electrical utility sector, and supervisory experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
• Eight years in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electrical utility industry.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, coaches, and develops engineers; approves time and conducts performance reviews.
• Assigns, prioritizes and directs work performed by engineers/designers.
• Develops Life Cycle Plan activities over multi-year horizon and for ongoing projects.
• Ensures design and specification of additions/modifications/replacements to transmission and distribution systems are completed accurately and on time.
• Provides technical support and direction during normal and emergency situations.
• Accountable for root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Responsible for evaluation and selection of technology and equipment for the system.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

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.

Lead Engineer is responsible for the development, expansion, planning, design, maintenance and operation of the system and its equipment to meet the mission and objectives of the organization. In addition, this position coordinates the evaluation of system failures, and the appropriate resolutions, in order to provide support to operations on unplanned maintenance. Responsible for ensuring that the Eversource transmission and distribution systems are designed to high quality standards that provide customers with safe, reliable, competitively priced and environmentally sound electric service. This position shares accountability with peers in the strategy, development, and design of the organization’s Life Cycle Plan, a comprehensive long-term plan for the transmission/distribution system. Responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing and directing the work performed by other Engineers and staff.

Essential Functions: Supervises, coaches, and develops engineers; approves time and conducts performance reviews. Assigns, prioritizes and directs work performed by at Engineers /Designers Responsible for the cost and performance of certain assets on the system which may include reliability analysis and trending of system events and monitoring of equipment condition. Responsible for the development, justification and approval of the Life Cycle Plan activities over a multi-year horizon and for ongoing projects Ensures that the design and specification of additions, modifications and replacements to the transmission and distribution systems, and the preparation of system electrical permits and related customer notifications, are completed accurately and on time. Responsible for the development of preliminary engineering designs and the details, as necessary. Collaborates with other Engineers within Engineering to ensure consistency and teamwork. Provides technical support and direction to operating areas relative to system priorities, engineering guidelines and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations. Accountable for root-cause analysis, development and implementation of corrective actions. Responsible for the evaluation and selection of technology and equipment for the system. Responsible for the development of standards and procedures for design, operation and maintenance. Assumes the role of the Manager as required

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention-to-detail. Working knowledge of standard office computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.). Education: Requires a BS in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology Experience: Eight years in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electrical utility industry. Supervisory experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

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

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: $145,670.00-$161,860.00

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.

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.