Senior Engineer, Commissioning (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Hooksett, NH

3d•$129,450 - $143,830•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for the development and implementation of plans and procedures for the testing and commissioning of highly complex transmission and distribution substation projects. The role works closely with System Test and Protection & Controls Engineering in the development of project test and commissioning plans with a focus on ensuring safety and eliminating issues and errors during the commission process. The 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. In addition, this position coordinates the evaluation of system failures, and the appropriate resolutions, in order to provide support to operations on unplanned maintenance. This position is responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing and directing the work performed by other engineers. This position may require on-call responsibilities.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to use computers effectively
Ability to write clearly/concisely
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related discipline
Minimum of five (5) years in utility distribution/transmission engineering
Valid CT/MA/NH driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Substation Engineering, Power Systems, or related electric utility experience
Substation equipment testing and/or commissioning

Responsibilities

Ensuring complex substation projects are tested and commissioned in accordance with industry and Eversource standards with a focus on safety and maintaining system reliability
Assisting in the development of standards and procedures for the test and commissioning of substation projects
Collaborating with Engineers within Engineering to ensure consistency and teamwork
Accountable for root-cause analysis, development and implementation of corrective actions relating to project commissioning
Managing, coaching, developing and reviewing performance of engineers and other staff
Supervising, administratively and/or functionally, engineers and other direct reports, as assigned
Developing and managing a preventive maintenance optimization program
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs as part of every employee’s role, including potential Emergency Restoration assignments outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.