Senior Engineer- Commissioning

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

About The Position

This position has the responsibility for the development and implementation of plans and procedures for the testing and commissioning of highly complex transmission and distribution substation projects. In addition, you will work closely with stakeholders including Project Management, Protection & Controls Engineering and Test in the development of project test and commissioning plans with a focus on ensuring safety and eliminating issues and errors during the commissioning process. This position is responsible for commissioning of substation equipment as individual units (breakers, transformers, etc.) as well as overall project commission including controls, systems, relays, metering, etc. This position may also provide technical guidance to Commissioning Engineers in the field. Role and Scope of Position: This position has the responsibility for the development and implementation of plans and procedures for the testing and commissioning of highly complex transmission and distribution substation projects. In addition, you will work closely with stakeholders including Project Management, Protection & Controls Engineering and Test in the development of project test and commissioning plans with a focus on ensuring safety and eliminating issues and errors during the commissioning process. This position is responsible for commissioning of substation equipment as individual units (breakers, transformers, etc.) as well as overall project commission including controls, systems, relays, metering, etc. This position may also provide technical guidance to Commissioning Engineers in the field.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology required.
At least Five (5) years in utility distribution/transmission engineering required.
Valid CT or MA driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Electrical engineering knowledge with a focus on substation project testing and commissioning is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting in the development of standards and procedures for the successful testing and commissioning of Transmission & Distribution (HV & MV) substation projects.
Responsible for oversight to ensure substation projects are successfully tested and commissioned in accordance with industry and Eversource standards with a high focus on safety and human performance while maintaining system reliability.
Responsible for project test data review, collection, and acceptance.
Collaborates effectively with other engineers within the Engineering organization to ensure consistency and teamwork, May assist in the development and/or training of less experienced team members
Accountable for root-cause analysis, development and implementation of corrective actions relating to project commissioning.
Responsible for project audits to ensure safety, human performance and compliance with standards and work methods are being met.
May require work performed outside of normal business hours.
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.