Lead Substation Commissioning Engineer - Hybrid

Eversource Energy; Hooksett (NH); Hybrid; USD 141,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in New Hampshire is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead testing and commissioning of complex substation projects. You will collaborate with System Test and Protection & Controls Engineering to ensure safety, reliability and efficient execution.

The role includes supervising engineers, conducting root-cause analyses, and coordinating with multiple teams to optimize asset performance. Travel to MA/CT/NH and emergency on-call work may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum eight years in utility distribution/transmission engineering.
• Valid CT/MA driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Test and commission complex substation projects with safety and reliability focus.
• Develop standards and procedures for test and commissioning.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure consistency.
• Lead root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Supervise engineers and staff; provide technical direction in emergencies.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Substation testing & commissioning

Leadership & coaching

Root-cause analysis

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technology

Job description

Eversource Energy in New Hampshire is seeking a senior electrical engineer to lead testing and commissioning of complex substation projects. You will collaborate with System Test and Protection & Controls Engineering to ensure safety, reliability and efficient execution.

The role includes supervising engineers, conducting root-cause analyses, and coordinating with multiple teams to optimize asset performance. Travel to MA/CT/NH and emergency on-call work may be required.