Senior Energy Engineer (Hybrid Schedule)

New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE); Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy seeks a senior energy efficiency program leader to oversee complex initiatives, manage technical analyses, and coordinate with cross-functional teams including product development, marketing, and planning.

The role requires eight-plus years in engineering or related technical fields, with professional engineering licenses preferred. Hybrid work is available with in-office requirements. Salary ranges and benefits are provided by the employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; advanced degrees desirable.
• Minimum eight years of experience in engineering or related technical role.
• Experience and/or aptitude in customer service desired.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a project leader for energy efficiency programs.
• Monitors technical rigor and recommends process improvements.
• Coordinates with product development, energy consulting, sales, marketing, and planning teams to refine offerings and opportunities.

Skills

Regulatory policy understanding

Problem-solving skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Advanced degree in engineering, business, or marketing

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. Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Acts as a project leader and carries out assignments requiring mastery of the technical aspects of electric and natural gas energy efficiency.

Responsible for monitoring the technical rigor of energy efficiency programs and recommends plans for process improvements.

Essential Functions

Displays a broad range of technical knowledge as an energy efficiency subject matter expert and applies knowledge to successfully implement programs/initiatives/strategies. Coordinates with product development, energy consulting, sales, marketing, and planning teams to refine existing customer offerings and seek opportunities to expand and improve them. Provides leadership and guidance to program teams. Trains internal and external market actors on energy efficiency technical strategies, processes, and techniques. Executes the budgeting, invoicing, evaluation, and tracking of expenses of technical service contractors; leads the development of RFP's for contracted services. Responsible for review and approval of complex projects/programs, which require an understanding of extensive engineering analysis/calculations, implementation strategy for new technologies, or energy simulation modeling. Manages the development and coordination of calculation procedures and tools necessary to meet compliance with regulatory filings and oversight of rate-payer funds for Energy Efficiency programs. Provides draft testimony or testifies as assigned. Leads the integration of strategic activities between the customer, program administrators, advisory consultants and vendor/contractors. Represents Eversource in national energy efficiency conferences and/or stake holder events (e.g. ACEEE, ASHRAE, ACI, CEE, and state/regional R&D groups). Leads the evaluation of new technologies and other research and development activities.

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Strong understanding of regulatory policy and process. Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention-to-detail. Working knowledge of standard office computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).

Education: Baccalaureate degree in engineering Advanced degree in engineering, business, marketing is desirable.

Experience: Requires a minimum of eight (8) plus years of relevant experience in engineering or related technical role. Experience and/or aptitude in customer service also desired.

Licenses & Certifications: Engineer in Training (EIT), Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or accredited Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Professional is preferred.

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: $115,730.00-$128,590.00

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.

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.