Substation Project Engineer (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Berlin, CT seeks a Substation Project Engineer to lead design for 5kV–345kV substations, coordinating disciplines and delivering quality drawings from scoping to energization.

Players must hold a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 3–5 years of substation experience, strong English, and proficiency in Office tools; travel across MA/CT may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years related substation engineering experience required.
• Experience with IEEE/ANSI standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design for substations from 5kV to 345kV, including layouts and grounding.
• Coordinate multiple disciplines and contract engineers to meet schedules.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and project scope documents.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and review drawings.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project leadership

Substation design

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam Revu

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.

Our Team:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Substation Engineering & Design Team as a Substation Project Engineer. In this role, the Engineer is responsible for performing engineering assignments requiring professional proficiency of subject matter and 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 contract engineers, 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 and development 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, be assigned to multiple projects of varying degrees of complexity and follow through on all assignments as necessary to support project design from Scoping through Energization and As-Building.

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.

The role is based in Berlin, CT

• Applicable experience in 5kV through 345kV substation design in accordance with associated IEEE/ANSI standards.

• Acts as a technical project team leader and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on complex projects

• Provides technical guidance and leadership to other junior 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.

• Responsible for physical design of substations to include bus and equipment layouts, electrical clearances, grounding, lighting, lightning protection, and AC and DC distribution system configurations.

• 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.

• Collaborates with other departments such as System Planning, Distributed Energy Resources, Asset Management, Project Management, Project Scheduling, Siting and Permitting, and Plant Accounting, to support project planning, technical and financial approvals, scheduling, regulatory submittals and interrogatories, and project closeout.

• Ability to interact with multiple internal departments and external companies of varying backgrounds and provide clear expectations to external entities.

• 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 supporting the development of company standards and procedures.

• Responsible for the development and approval of project scopes, engineering designs, details, material ordering, and cost estimates, as necessary.

• Responsible for the development and update of equipment specifications, participation in equipment RFP process, and review/approval of manufacturers’ drawings and documentation.

• Responsible for hiring and managing the services of contract engineering firms, including development of their scope of work, review of submittals, and approval of invoices.

• Provides technical support and direction to operating areas relative to system priorities, engineering guidelines and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations.

• Supports emergency and/or equipment failures as necessary to support operations.

• Actively support storm and/or emergency restoration assignments as necessary.

• The candidate must have strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members as well as external personnel.

• The candidate must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, have familiarity with Bluebeam Revu, have ability to navigate various software programs, and have knowledge of basic computer skills - such as video conferencing and instant messaging.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required

Experience:

• 3-5 years related experience is required. Substation engineering experience is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work in Berlin, CT in an office environment.

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required.

• Must be available to travel between MA/CT as necessary for substation site visits and other business needs. A valid driver’s license is required.

Hybrid Schedule:

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 to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to workup to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

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:

$100,490.00-$111,660.00

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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