Senior Engineer, Substation Engineering (Manchester, NH-Hybrid Schedule)

EVERSOURCE; Manchester (NH); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards program

Incentive eligibility

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Manchester, NH, seeks a Senior Engineer to lead substation design projects, ensuring quality deliverables and on-time completion. You will manage engineering scope, schedules, and inter-disciplinary coordination with procurement and construction teams.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology with 5+ years in the electrical utility sector and substations experience in IEEE/ANSI contexts.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering or BS Engineering Technology required.
• Minimum 5 years in electrical utility engineering or related field.
• Substation design experience per IEEE/ANSI standards required.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design for substation projects from concept to energization.
• Coordinate with procurement and construction personnel and other disciplines.
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, schedules, and technical documentation.

Skills

Technical leadership

Team collaboration

Project scheduling

Travel readiness

Emergency restoration

Education

BS Engineering or BS Engineering Technology

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 workat least three days in the office, includingTuesdays 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 tochange, basedon managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able toworkup to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Senior Engineer is responsible for performing engineering assignments requiring professional mastery of subject matter and extensive experience associated with electric distribution and transmission substations. Acts as a project engineer for all substation project assignments and is accountable for leading the engineering design effort, including development of engineering solutions and ensuring quality of deliverables, managing engineering schedule, coordinating the efforts of other assigned engineering disciplines and close coordination with procurement and construction personnel. Other project specific duties include defining the concept, scope, and detailed engineering aspects of substation and switching station projects, supporting the preparation of project cost estimates and schedules, supporting the preparation of capital project budget authorization documents, and conducting engineering studies associated with the design and application of substation equipment and materials. Works closely with the Engineering Design and Drafting group to prepare, review and issue engineering drawings in support of both Capital and Expense projects. The selected candidate must possess the ability to organize engineering projects, work to a schedule and follow through on all assignments as necessary to support design through energization.

Essential Functions

• Applicable experience in 13kV through 362kV substation design in accordance with associated IEEE/ANSI standards.
• Acts as a technical leader and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on complex projects
• Provides technical guidance and leadership to other engineers to assist in the development of their technical skills.
• Fills the role of project engineer providing electrical discipline leadership, including interdisciplinary coordination and scheduling
• Ability to prioritize project work for several projects occurring concurrently under budget and time constraints.
• Collaborates with other Engineering disciplines to ensure consistency and teamwork.
• Works with System Planning to develop substation specific scope in support of system reliability solutions studies.
• Ensures that the design and specification of additions, modifications and replacements to the transmission and distribution systems are completed accurately and in accordance with internal and industry standards.
• Responsible for the development of standards, procedures, and equipment specifications.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

Education: Requires a BS Engineering or BS Engineering Technology

Experiences: Minimum of 5 years experience in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electrical utility industry. Applicable experience in substation design in accordance with associated IEEE/ANSI standards is required.

Working Conditions

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

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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.

$129,450.00-$143,830.00

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.

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