Senior Engineer- Telecom Test/Communications

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This Senior-level position works within the Telecom Test - Communication Maintenance Services department. The role is responsible for handling assignments requiring a high level of expertise and extensive experience associated with testing and maintenance of remote monitoring systems, and Infrared Thermography. The position provides support directly or in collaboration with technical services, IT, system operations, control centers, dispatch, emergency preparedness and engineering personnel in performing maintenance, troubleshooting, deployment, repair, and installation of assigned systems to meet business requirements. This position documents testing and maintenance tasks and creates reports of test results. The selected candidate must be able to work and solve problems both independently and in a team environment. The role is also responsible for compliance and maintenance of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) systems.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of electrical and electronic components, circuitry, and systems.
Ability to use computer-based technology with various types of software (MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and others).
Knowledge and skill in using common hand tools required.
Strong knowledge of electrical testing using voltmeters, ammeters, and/or other equipment.
Skill and manual dexterity in making repairs, adjustments, and modifications to equipment.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively, in both verbal and written form.
Strong knowledge of Infrared Thermography and Optical Gas Imaging camera equipment required.
Strong knowledge of industry safety rules and practices.
Bachelor of science degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline.
At least 5 years of Engineering experience.
Critical Infrastructure Protection certification must be maintained annually.
Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Electrical component troubleshooting experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of Infrared Thermography and Optical Gas Imaging camera equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for transformer remote monitoring systems, and related electronic communication devices.
Performs field installation of network communications for equipment; including interfacing with intelligent electronic devices (IED) via remote, serial, and fiber optic communication terminals.
Responsible for monitoring systems such as Dynamic Ratings, Serveron, Calisto, Eclipse, and other transformer remote monitoring products.
Provides technical expertise, advice, and support to engineering, construction, test, and other personnel as required.
Assists Engineers with maintenance and repairs of transformer monitoring systems at electrical substations.
Reviews test reports of test technicians and test specialists for accuracy.
Provides input to reports, drawings, sketches, logs, and records of work performed.
Fill out inspection sheets and create electronic test reports of findings in MS Excel and other computer-based programs.
Keeps organized documentation of all maintenance performed.
Reads and interprets engineering drawings such as schematics, wiring, logic and interconnections diagrams and updates any field changes.
Works with outside vendors to schedule repairs of equipment.
Provides training and mentorship for Test Technicians and Test Specialist level employees.
Assist field technicians to verify wiring of newly installed monitors in the field, make corrections, and update prints.
May perform various field-based testing after appropriate training.
May perform data analysis for maintenance data and update records after appropriate training.