Sr. Distribution Design Engineer/Distribution Design Engineer (Hybrid Schedule) - Cheshire, CT

Eversource Energy • Cheshire, CT

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Distribution Design Engineer identifies improvements and major repair needs on the distribution system. They assess the effect of alternative performance improvements on a cost/benefit basis and determine priorities. This role is responsible for engineering support to Field Engineering Design for any customer additions that require a substantial change to the distribution system. They plan system improvements in-line with customer needs and engineer circuit changes to improve performance for assigned circuits. The engineer reviews daily interruption reports, analyzes projected circuit deficiencies (e.g., voltage, overloads, etc.) for assigned circuits, and develops alternatives to improve circuit reliability. They recommend equipment replacement versus repair to maximize Return on Asset (ROA) and participate during major restoration efforts, including Emergency Preparedness.

The Senior Distribution Design Engineer is responsible for the performance and design of the electrical distribution system. They are responsible for the development of projects to meet customer needs, capacity needs, and address performance concerns. This position works collaboratively with all other departments to address system performance, including but not limited to switching support, contingency planning, customer concerns, power quality issues, and any other distribution needs. This position will be responsible for the training and mentoring of other engineers within the group, including oversight of project creation, presentation, and documentation. This position will have leadership opportunities to lead 3-state engineering initiatives and will act as SME for distribution tools and engineering. Note: This is not a step progression and will be based on a behavioral-based interview and work experience.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Two (2) to Five (5) years of equivalent experience in Energy Delivery is preferred.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; Electrical preferred; M.S. preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in electric utility engineering required.
• Three (3) years of experience in distribution engineering preferred.
• 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
• Build trusting relationships

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) to Five (5) years of equivalent experience in Energy Delivery is preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in distribution engineering preferred.
• M.S. preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identifies improvements and major repair needs on the distribution system.
• Assesses the effect of alternative performance improvements on a cost/benefit basis and determines priorities.
• Responsible for engineering support to Field Engineering Design for any customer additions that require a substantial change to the distribution system.
• Plans system improvements in-line with customer needs and engineer circuit changes to improve performance for assigned circuits.
• Reviews daily interruption reports.
• Analyzes projected circuit deficiencies (e.g. voltage, overloads, etc.) for assigned circuits.
• Develops alternatives to improve circuit reliability.
• Recommends equipment replacement vs repair to maximize Return on Asset (ROA).
• Participates during major restoration efforts including Emergency Preparedness.
• Responsible for the performance and design of the electrical distribution system.
• Responsible for the development of projects to meet customer needs, capacity needs and address performance concerns.
• Works collaboratively with all other departments to address system performance including but not limited to switching support, contingency planning, customer concerns, power quality issues and any other distribution needs.
• Responsible for the training and mentoring of other engineers within the group, including oversight of project creation, presentation and documentation.
• Lead 3-state engineering initiatives.
• Develop training guides and materials.
• Mentors and trains other Engineers.
• Attends industry conferences and webinars.

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards program.
• Salary is commensurate with your experience.
• This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level