Associate Engineer, Protection & Controls (hybrid schedule)

Eversource Energy

Posted 26 days ago

Full Time

Berlin, Connecticut

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Associate Engineer is responsible for designing and maintaining protection and control systems to ensure the safe and reliable operation of transmission and distribution networks. They will also analyze system disturbances and provide technical support for maintenance and restoration efforts.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a focus in electric power systems engineering. You possess zero to four years of related Electrical Engineering experience and are capable of completing activities and assignments related to the design and operation of protection and control systems.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Electrical Engineering

protection and control systems

fault simulation software

relay settings

logic processors

feeder reclosers

switches

Job Description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.).  Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

P&C Associate Engineer is responsible for completing activities and assignments with the design and operation of protection and control systems necessary for the safe and reliable operation of the transmission and distribution system to meet the mission and objectives of the organization. In addition, this position will analyze protection system operations, and the appropriate resolutions, in order to provide support to operations on unplanned maintenance. This position shares accountability with peers in the planning, project management, substation engineering, operations, and maintenance organizations to carry out the efficient and timely completion of system reliability projects, generation interconnection projects and system restoration and troubleshooting efforts. This is considered an entry level position.

Essential Functions:   

  • Review and evaluate proposed changes to existing electric facilities to ensure compatibility with established Eversource protection system standards and practices. 
  • Create new Protection and Control system designs in accordance with Eversource Standards as required. 
  • Specify materials associated with new or modified Protection and Control systems for assigned projects 
  • Develop, calculate, and document settings and logic for protective relays, logic processors, feeder reclosers, and switches necessary to support Eversource system reliability projects and initiatives. 
  • Perform coordination studies by modeling and analyzing electric system elements and their protection systems using fault simulation software. 
  • Analyze protection system operations during transmission and distribution system disturbances in support of Substation Technical Group Event analysis. 
  • Interface with Eversource Planning, Operations and Field personnel to support their efforts to plan, operate and maintain the transmission and distribution system. 
  • Manage and perform work activities with training, guidance and oversight from senior staff and management. 
  • Actively support storm and/or emergency restoration assignments. 

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:  

Technical Knowledge/Skill:  

Education:                            Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering.  Individuals with a focus in electric power systems engineering are preferred 

Experience:                           Zero (0) to four (4) years  of related Electrical Engineering experience is required. 

Licenses & Certifications:   None 

Working Conditions:  

Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs are involved.  Job can require traveling to operating districts and companies within and outside the state. Job will also require travel to electrical substation and generation facilities as necessary for site walk downs and meetings. 

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:

$82,800.00-$92,000.00

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 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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Eversource Energy

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.4 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team- , talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.
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