Supervisor, Field Engineering (Waltham, MA)

Eversource; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts is seeking an engineering leader to oversee the safe, efficient completion of projects, supervise engineers and technicians, and manage field testing for protection and control schemes on transmission and distribution substations.

You will promote a safety-first culture, coordinate with contractors and ISO, and ensure compliance with company policies while delivering high-quality customer outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or similar discipline or equivalent experience.
• Five (5) or more years of experience; transmission, distribution and power systems experience preferred.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Leads field testing for protection & control schemes on T&D substations.
• Supervises engineers and technicians on projects; promotes safety culture.
• Coordinates outage tests and manages resources; ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Electrical utility knowledge

Reading schematics & blueprints

Protective relays & devices

Testing equipment & software

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Testing software

Job description

Visa & Immigration

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.

Position Overview

This position is responsible for the proper, safe, and efficient completion of engineering assignments and the supervision of engineers and technicians engaged in large engineering projects or small projects with complex features. Provides leadership for all field aspects of construction and maintenance relay testing and protection & control scheme testing on T&D substation equipment. Actively promotes and enforces a safety-first work environment and positive safety culture. Engages and motivates employees to deliver the best possible customer experience.

Essential Functions

Develops and evaluates plans and criteria for a variety of project and activities and assesses the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering evaluation tests, products, and equipment. Plans and directs tests associated with the Eversource Preventative Maintenance Program. Analyzes and interprets electric test results on equipment, protection devices and control systems, etc.; recommends the course of corrective action to be taken. Provides technical expertise to projects groups for outage coordination and resource management and to Engineering regarding work sequencing and technical design & implementation. Ensures compliance with regulatory and company policies and procedures. Ensures adherence to safe practices by performing field safety audits, conducting department safety meetings, carrying out incident analyses and generating incident reports. Interfaces with external contractors, suppliers, other utilities and the ISO. Sets clear expectations and provides ongoing feedback to employees regarding their performance. Effectively addresses performance issues. Conducts comprehensive performance reviews (per applicable bargaining unit contract). Responsible for the proper application of local union contracts and agreements. Works with managers and employees to resolve grievances and concerns in a timely and complete manner. Directs safety awareness and compliance initiatives within the group, and monitors safety performance. Champions efforts to achieve world-class excellence regarding safe work practices and procedures, and safety performance. Demonstrates and is role model for a customer-first attitude. Seeks to quickly resolve customer issues by collaborating with employees and other departments. Participates in on-call rotation as required.

Qualifications

• Technical Knowledge/Skill: Eversource operating procedures; switching & tagging. Reading/interpreting schematic diagrams, blue prints and vendor instruction manuals. Electrical utility maintenance, construction and testing. Electric utility equipment including transformers, HV and MV circuit breakers, protective relays & devices, reclosers, switchgear, regulators, fuses, disconnects, arresters, and station batteries. Electric utility protection and control functions. Electric utility testing equipment and software.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or similar discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Five (5) or more years of experience is required. Experience in transmission, distribution and power systems engineering experience is preferred. Previous supervisory experience is preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications: Must hold a valid motor vehicle drivers’ license.

Working Conditions

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. Work is conducted outside, in varied conditions and terrain including adverse weather conditions, and in a normal office environment which requires sitting, walking, standing, stair climbing and completion of paperwork.

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: $133,060.00-$147,840.00

Other Details

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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.