Distribution Design Associate Engineer (Hybrid Schedule) Stamford, CT

Eversource Energy•Stamford, CT

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eversource is seeking a Distribution Design Associate Engineer for a hybrid schedule position in Stamford, CT. This is an entry-level role within the Distribution Design Engineer (DDE) progression, reporting to an Engineering Lead. The position is designed to provide the individual with the necessary experience and training to advance to a fully qualified Distribution Design Engineer. The role involves assisting in the identification of improvements and major repair needs on the distribution system, providing engineering support for customer additions, and aiding with system improvements for assigned circuits. The individual will review daily interruption reports, analyze projected circuit deficiencies (e.g., voltage, overloads), and assist the DDE/Lead in developing recommendations for equipment replacement versus repair to optimize Return on Asset (ROA). This role also includes participation in major restoration efforts and Emergency Preparedness. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering, and 0-3 years of equivalent experience in Energy Delivery. Knowledge of distribution systems, various computer applications including Microsoft Office, and circuit analysis software is desired. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is a valid motor vehicle operator's license. The annual salary range is $82,000-$88,000, plus incentive, with salary progression in accordance with the union contract. Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. This position is posted internally and externally.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required, Electrical Engineering preferred.
Zero (0) to Three (3) years of equivalent experience in Energy Delivery is preferred.
Knowledge of distribution systems is desired.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Knowledgeable of various computer applications including Microsoft Office.
Circuit analysis software skills preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Responsibilities

Assist with the planning function and performance for all assigned circuits.
Assist in identifying benefits from individual projects and predicted desired outcomes.
Provide engineering support for specific projects.
Assist with engineering resolutions for multiple outages in the Distribution System.
Create field work in current work management system.
Assist DDE/Lead until proficient in support of the following: EMF communications and/or measurements for customers.
Assist DDE/Lead in negotiating easements with the Real Estate Department and Customer as required.
Assist Account Executives with customer quality of service issues.
Provide engineering support to Operations with distribution issues, including review switching, develop contingency plans, prioritizing work, monitoring yellow tags, etc.
Provide engineering support to Field Engineering Design P&CE on developing Recloser and Breaker settings.
Considers safety in all circuit analysis.
Makes direct contact with customer and develop corrective actions.
Provide regulator and capacitor control settings for Electrical Maintenance.
Assist in outage, voltage, and power quality investigations and will engineer corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.
Provide reports as required.
Works with DDE/Lead in the development of distribution projects and will be required to present to the Connecticut Project Authorization Committee CTPAC for approval.
Evaluate proposed DG interconnection applications.
Review and implement annual procedures, (e.g. TD941).
Utilize electronic software tools to model and analyze the distribution system (SynerGee, PTI, USAmp, PI, Visio, etc.).
Other related duties as assigned, including support to SOC.
Will have nonexclusive, non-supervisory, storm restoration and emergency assignments.