Program Lead - Substation Special Project Engineering (Hybrid)
03/04/2024Locations East Berlin, Connecticut
Job Description
Program Lead - Substation Special Project Engineering (Hybrid)
03/04/2024Locations: East Berlin, Connecticut
This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.
Under minimal supervision, provide direction and planning of Substation Engineering design strategy associated with all capital and annual substation projects. Responsibilities include program management of the engineering and design duties of all Capital Projects initiated from EPAC that are associated with asset obsolescence, large capital programs and system reliability-based solution requiring major upgrades to the facilities in an area. Duties will include interaction with regional Manager/Leads and Project Initiators and provide support to bring projects from Initiation to Conceptual while leading the development of overall execution plan. Provides direct oversight and serves as a main point of contact for Engineering activities associated with Equipment Thermal Ratings.
Essential Functions:
Serves as main point of contact for substation design and engineering support for capital projects and annual work.
Develop reporting for Annual Projects Engineering and Construction activities.
Serves as main point of contact for Compliance (e.g. Thermal Ratings) support related to engineering activities.
Coordinate with stakeholders for data required to complete Thermal Ratings activities
Tracks and Monitors monthly Thermal Ratings activities and ensure timely completion by the Local Thermal Ratings Coordinator
Develops engineering strategies for developing the required design deliverables in accordance with the unique needs and non-standard timelines associated with Capital Projects.
Oversees the full suite of Capital and Annual projects from initiation to authorization for execution.
Development of critical engineering and procurement milestones schedules to ensure commitments to Capital Projects ownership is met and to ensure success of detailed engineering and project execution
Responsible for handoff to the project to the regional engineering organizations for detailed design and execution.
Analyzes, tracks and reports on status of Capital Projects work-load.
Coordinate work with Lead Engineers within the regional Substation Engineering Organization and/or works with regional Managers to request resources to support Capital project work.
Develops processes and procedures to document roles and responsibilities between engineering departments and internal Eversource project owners/initiators as necessary to drive consistency, quality and ensure success of the organization in meeting customer’s needs.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent knowledge of electric power system operations, utility regulation and tariffs, applicable governmental and regulatory laws, rules and regulations.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent technical experience. MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering preferred
Experience:
Minimum of eight (8) years of directly related experience.
Compensation:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $105,000.00 to $125,000.00, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.
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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1EEO Statement
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.
Overview
As an Eversource Engineer, you'll work with complex systems and equipment, while providing engineering and technical services to support our growing organization. We offer a unique and exciting opportunity to explore the best of both worlds, working both in the office and the field on a variety of interesting projects. Areas of expertise include designing new substations and infrastructure, analyzing systems and disruptions to service, working with transformers, engineering the electrical protection and control circuits that handle the flow of power, and dealing with acceptance testing of equipment, failures of equipment and analysis of system disturbances, LNG plant and gas distribution.
- Job type:Full time only
- Level:Entry, Mid, Senior, Executive
- Travel:Travel between CT/MA/NH may be required
About us
Success Profile
What makes a successful Engineer?
Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Analytical
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Digitally Savvy
- Collaborative
- Self-starter
Culture
- We are dedicated to our employees and customers;
- We live out our mission of delivering reliable energy and superior customer service in our daily work, in community service and leadership
- We are innovators in the field of clean energy
- We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued.
- We are on the cutting edge of engineering technology
Benefits
Eversource employees are committed to providing reliable energy and superior customer service—and that's why we are committed to providing our employees with a highly competitive total rewards package. In addition to wages and salaries, the benefit programs Eversource offers its employees and family members are a significant part of the total rewards.
Healthcare, Wellness & Disability Protection for you and your Family
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans, choose the coverage that is right for you and your family
- High deductible health plan option, with generous health savings account (HSA), employer contribution, ($500 individual; $1,000 employee +1 or more)
- Company-paid employee life and accident insurance and options to purchase additional coverage for you and your family
- An award-winning Wellness Program provides up to $200 annually for employees and spouses to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles
- Health and Dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Sick Time, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
Work/Life Balance Benefit Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Multi-faceted Behavioral Health Program
- Care@Work Program (child/elder care), membership/stipend for emergency services
- Adoption Assistance (eligible employees)
- Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Refinancing & Student Debt Counselling
- Voluntary benefits platform to access discounted home & auto, identity protection and pet insurance
- Charity donation gift matching
- Volunteer hours at local charities with rewards to our Wellness Program
- Generous time off
- Business Resource Groups for social connection and career development
Retirement Benefits for a Secure Future
- 401k: Up to 100% Employer Match on first 3% of employee's contributions
- K-Vantage: Additional Employer Contribution to the 401k based on age and years of service (2.5% to 6.5%)
- Med-Vantage HRA: Age 40+, receive annual $1,000 contribution to an HRA for post-employment qualified medical expenses
Career Path
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Job Description
Program Lead - Substation Special Project Engineering (Hybrid)
03/04/2024Locations: East Berlin, Connecticut
This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.
Under minimal supervision, provide direction and planning of Substation Engineering design strategy associated with all capital and annual substation projects. Responsibilities include program management of the engineering and design duties of all Capital Projects initiated from EPAC that are associated with asset obsolescence, large capital programs and system reliability-based solution requiring major upgrades to the facilities in an area. Duties will include interaction with regional Manager/Leads and Project Initiators and provide support to bring projects from Initiation to Conceptual while leading the development of overall execution plan. Provides direct oversight and serves as a main point of contact for Engineering activities associated with Equipment Thermal Ratings.
Essential Functions:
Serves as main point of contact for substation design and engineering support for capital projects and annual work.
Develop reporting for Annual Projects Engineering and Construction activities.
Serves as main point of contact for Compliance (e.g. Thermal Ratings) support related to engineering activities.
Coordinate with stakeholders for data required to complete Thermal Ratings activities
Tracks and Monitors monthly Thermal Ratings activities and ensure timely completion by the Local Thermal Ratings Coordinator
Develops engineering strategies for developing the required design deliverables in accordance with the unique needs and non-standard timelines associated with Capital Projects.
Oversees the full suite of Capital and Annual projects from initiation to authorization for execution.
Development of critical engineering and procurement milestones schedules to ensure commitments to Capital Projects ownership is met and to ensure success of detailed engineering and project execution
Responsible for handoff to the project to the regional engineering organizations for detailed design and execution.
Analyzes, tracks and reports on status of Capital Projects work-load.
Coordinate work with Lead Engineers within the regional Substation Engineering Organization and/or works with regional Managers to request resources to support Capital project work.
Develops processes and procedures to document roles and responsibilities between engineering departments and internal Eversource project owners/initiators as necessary to drive consistency, quality and ensure success of the organization in meeting customer’s needs.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent knowledge of electric power system operations, utility regulation and tariffs, applicable governmental and regulatory laws, rules and regulations.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science, Engineering or related discipline or equivalent technical experience. MBA or Master’s degree in Engineering preferred
Experience:
Minimum of eight (8) years of directly related experience.
Compensation:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $105,000.00 to $125,000.00, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
#LI-Hybrid
#LI-SA1
#engajd
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO Statement
Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.