Associate Engineer, Telecommunications Engineering (Hybrid Schedule)
About The Position
The Associate Engineer in Telecom Engineering is responsible for engineering and designing fiber optic networks and associated communication systems that provide enterprise and operational communication services within Eversource. The role develops detailed engineering design documentation and specifications for Eversource communications infrastructure, primarily serving as the assigned telecom engineer for substation and/or fiber/line projects. The Associate Engineer works with other disciplines to develop the scope, specifications, design, and schedule needed to deliver reliable and compliant solutions. This is a hybrid role, with full-time office work required for the first three months. The position requires availability for emergency restoration assignments and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary. Emergency response may involve work outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Telecommunications/Network Engineering, or an associated discipline from an accredited engineering school is preferred.
- 0–3 years of related experience.
- Availability to work emergency restoration assignments as required.
- Availability to travel between MA, CT, and NH as necessary.
Nice To Haves
- Base knowledge of and interest in communications multiplexers/systems, network equipment, and associated circuits.
- Knowledge or experience with Communication Assisted Protective Relaying Schemes.
- Knowledge or experience with electric utility communication systems, including SONET multiplexers and basic IP networking.
- Knowledge or experience with electric utility communication circuits, including RS232, DTT, NX64, and C37.94.
- Knowledge or experience with design drafting and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge or experience with Outside Plant Fiber, including OPGW and ADSS.
- Knowledge or experience with DWDM/CWDM/WDM.
- Knowledge or experience with GIS-based tools such as OSPInsight, NMT, and Esri-based applications.
- Knowledge or experience with NPCC compliance requirements.
Responsibilities
- Engineer and design fiber optic networks and associated communication systems supporting enterprise and operational communications.
- Develop detailed engineering design documentation and specifications for communications infrastructure.
- Serve as the assigned telecom engineer for substation and/or fiber/line projects.
- Collaborate with other disciplines to develop project scope, specifications, design, and schedules.
- Be available for emergency restoration assignments as required.
- Travel between MA, CT, and NH as necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards program; benefits information is available on the company careers site.
- Potential incentive eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
