Substation Project Engineer (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Berlin, CT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eversource has an exciting opportunity to join our Substation Engineering & Design Team as a Substation Project Engineer. In this role, the Engineer is responsible for performing engineering assignments requiring professional proficiency of subject matter and experience associated with electric distribution and transmission substations. Acts as a project engineer for all substation project assignments and is accountable for leading the engineering design effort, including development of engineering solutions and ensuring quality of deliverables, managing engineering schedule, coordinating the efforts of other assigned engineering disciplines and contract engineers, and close coordination with procurement and construction personnel. Other project specific duties include defining the concept, scope, and detailed engineering aspects of substation and switching station projects, supporting the preparation and development of project cost estimates and schedules, supporting the preparation of capital project budget authorization documents, and conducting engineering studies associated with the design and application of substation equipment and materials. Works closely with the Engineering Design and Drafting group to prepare, review and issue engineering drawings in support of both Capital and Expense projects. The selected candidate must possess the ability to organize engineering projects, work to a schedule, be assigned to multiple projects of varying degrees of complexity and follow through on all assignments as necessary to support project design from Scoping through Energization and As-Building. Responsible for ensuring that the Eversource transmission and distribution systems are designed to high quality standards that provide customers with safe, reliable, competitively priced and environmentally sound electric service. The role is based in Berlin, CT.

Requirements

Applicable experience in 5kV through 345kV substation design in accordance with associated IEEE/ANSI standards.
Ability to prioritize project work for several projects occurring concurrently under budget and time constraints.
Ability to interact with multiple internal departments and external companies of varying backgrounds and provide clear expectations to external entities.
Strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members as well as external personnel.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products.
Familiarity with Bluebeam Revu.
Ability to navigate various software programs.
Knowledge of basic computer skills - such as video conferencing and instant messaging.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
3-5 years related experience is required.
Must be available to work in Berlin, CT in an office environment.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT as necessary for substation site visits and other business needs.
A valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

Substation engineering experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Acts as a project engineer for all substation project assignments and is accountable for leading the engineering design effort, including development of engineering solutions and ensuring quality of deliverables, managing engineering schedule, coordinating the efforts of other assigned engineering disciplines and contract engineers, and close coordination with procurement and construction personnel.
Defines the concept, scope, and detailed engineering aspects of substation and switching station projects.
Supports the preparation and development of project cost estimates and schedules.
Supports the preparation of capital project budget authorization documents.
Conducts engineering studies associated with the design and application of substation equipment and materials.
Works closely with the Engineering Design and Drafting group to prepare, review and issue engineering drawings in support of both Capital and Expense projects.
Organizes engineering projects, works to a schedule, is assigned to multiple projects of varying degrees of complexity and follows through on all assignments as necessary to support project design from Scoping through Energization and As-Building.
Ensures that the Eversource transmission and distribution systems are designed to high quality standards that provide customers with safe, reliable, competitively priced and environmentally sound electric service.
Acts as a technical project team leader and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on complex projects.
Provides technical guidance and leadership to other junior engineers to assist in the development of their technical skills.
Fills the role of project engineer providing electrical discipline leadership, including interdisciplinary coordination, and scheduling.
Responsible for physical design of substations to include bus and equipment layouts, electrical clearances, grounding, lighting, lightning protection, and AC and DC distribution system configurations.
Prioritizes project work for several projects occurring concurrently under budget and time constraints.
Collaborates with other engineering disciplines to ensure consistency and teamwork.
Collaborates with other departments such as System Planning, Distributed Energy Resources, Asset Management, Project Management, Project Scheduling, Siting and Permitting, and Plant Accounting, to support project planning, technical and financial approvals, scheduling, regulatory submittals and interrogatories, and project closeout.
Interacts with multiple internal departments and external companies of varying backgrounds and provide clear expectations to external entities.
Ensures that the design and specification of additions, modifications and replacements to the transmission and distribution systems are completed accurately and in accordance with internal and industry standards.
Supports the development of company standards and procedures.
Develops and approves project scopes, engineering designs, details, material ordering, and cost estimates, as necessary.
Develops and updates equipment specifications, participates in equipment RFP process, and reviews/approves manufacturers’ drawings and documentation.
Hires and manages the services of contract engineering firms, including development of their scope of work, review of submittments, and approval of invoices.
Provides technical support and direction to operating areas relative to system priorities, engineering guidelines and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations.
Supports emergency and/or equipment failures as necessary to support operations.
Actively supports storm and/or emergency restoration assignments as necessary.
Responds to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs as part of every employee’s role, and may be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.