Senior Engineering Designer, Electrical Projects (Hybrid Schedule)

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Please note:

This position is represented by a union, and the initial union contract is currently being negotiated.  All terms and conditions of the position, including salary, are subject to negotiation and may change.

Role and Scope of Position:
Plans, coordinates, and monitors performance of project design activities for Distribution Engineering.
Directly responsible for the design of multiple and/or large complex overhead and underground electric
distribution projects. Design projects include line relocations to facilitate state and municipal roadway
relocations and bridge reconstruction, third party attachment and build out, reliability and obsolescence
improvements and replacements and yearly capital plan and programming. Acts as an official company
representative to internal work forces and external contractors engaged in the construction of distribution
facilities. The incumbent will be responsible for project budget and performance tracking.

Essential Functions:
Responsible for project management to ensure complex work is completed on time; designs,
plans, allocates and coordinates all resources relevant to a project, including budget, staffing
and materials; identifies and monitors projects requiring performance improvements and
recommends adjustments to keep on track.
Responsible for project design including material coordination, local, state and
environmental permitting, rights, easements and petitions.
Interfaces with appropriate departments to ensure the proper design and efficient
construction of distribution projects.
Establishes a course of action for self and/or others to accomplish goals; plans proper
assignments of personnel and appropriate allocation of resources.
Serves as liaison with internal and external customers (i.e., company employees,
customers, town/city and state officials); anticipates customer needs; gives high priority to
customer satisfaction; communicates Eversource’s requirements for electric service
installation.
• Recommends changes to construction methods, standards, and the electric system.
Designs layouts for Electric Reliability, Underground Network, System Automation, Target
Equipment, Voltage Conversions, State Highway and Municipal projects, service additions
and changes to the Company electric system using Company approved standards and
policies. Performs technical calculations and prepares work orders as assigned.

Designs, negotiates, and coordinates the installation of residential, commercial, and
industrial services including the preparation of cost estimates, work orders, and written
service agreements. Works with others (e.g. Supervisors, Engineers, etc.) to prepare work
orders for larger commercial and industrial service installations. New Hampshire only.
Participates in weekly AWC Planning and Scheduling meetings to coordinate project
requirements for both customer and annual projects job types with the Resource Planner
and the local scheduler.
• Monitors and guides work group in achieving established department and corporate goals.
• May assist with training and mentoring Designers at all levels.
Occasionally acts on behalf of the Field Design Supervisor in their absence or as needed;
may review/approve work from designers/technicians.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and codes (National Electric Safety Code) and
design construction standards and regulations
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Working Knowledge of construction methods and procedures. Knowledge of energy
delivery power systems.
• The ability to supervise, coach and motivate others
• The ability to learn and utilize available information technologies
Has achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skills/knowledge in jobrelated
areas
• Keep abreast of current trends and develops in area(s) of expertise
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word and Excel)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of National Electric Code.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, comparable field of study or the equivalent in combined
education and experience.

Experience:
• Five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience.

Licenses & Certifications:
• Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Electrical License preferred

Working Conditions:
• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Position requires work in an office environment, at customer locations, on construction sites
and in the field opening various electrical equipment.
• Requires the use of company provided PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Please include a resume with your application.

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Competencies:

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

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$107,870.00-$119,860.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

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. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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