Lead Engineer, Protection and Controls (Hybrid)
03/11/2024Locations Westwood, Massachusetts; East Berlin, Connecticut; Manchester, New Hampshire
Job Description
Lead Engineer, Protection and Controls (Hybrid)
03/11/2024Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts; East Berlin, Connecticut; Manchester, New Hampshire
This position is responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing, and directing the work activities of a team of Protection & Controls Engineering personnel to perform activities related to the compliance, standardization and support for protective relays and associated systems for the transmission and distributions system. Compliance activities include the assignment, tracking and approval of periodic NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE compliance tasks. Standardization activities include the development, review, implementation and rollout of transmission and distribution P&C standard documentation such as design drawings, philosophies and relay setting calculation files. The support activities include the delegation and response to protection system operations and system failures, along with appropriate resolutions, to provide support to operations on unplanned maintenance.This is a three-state position and will include the supervision, assignment, and prioritization of a team of P&C Engineers located across all regions of Eversource.
This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.
Essential Functions:
Supervises the work activities of personnel assigned to the Protection & Controls Engineering – Compliance, Standards & Support section.
Ensures periodic compliance activities undertaken are in accordance with NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE requirements.
Support the development of standards and procedures for compliance of the transmission and distribution protections systems in accordance with existing and future NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE requirements.
Responsible for the initiation, development and revision of company standards and procedures in the development of Protection and Controls designs and relay settings.
Support the development of standards and procedures for operation and maintenance of the transmission and distribution system.
Responsible for the evaluation and selection of technology and equipment for the system.
Supervises the root-cause analysis of disturbance events, development, and implementation of corrective actions
Provides technical support and direction to operating areas relative to system priorities, engineering guidelines and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations.
Manage work activities associated with development, review, and periodic update of control center operating procedures
Develops infrastructure strategy, operating philosophy, and technical basis for asset renewal decisions and communicates that information to Asset Management for project justification and financial rationing.
Manage work activities associated with the System Planning group to provide design guidance and protections system performance details necessary for planning studies.
Support work activities associated with the Interconnections group and Distributed Generation Group to provide design review and guidance for new transmission and distribution interconnection requests.
Collaborates with other groups within Eversource Engineering to ensure consistency and teamwork.
Develops employees through performance management, coaching, and as appropriate, rotational assignments.
Assumes the role of Project Manager, as required.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Education: Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. Emphasis in Power Systems is desired.
Experiences: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electric utility industry with a strong background in protection engineering. Supervisory experience preferred.
Licenses & Certifications: None
Compensation and Benefits:
- Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $137,310.00 - $152,570.00 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.
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 substations, operating districts, and companies within and outside the state. Employee may work from home up to three days per week however this is dependent upon adherence to company policies and ability to meet performance goals.
Problem Solving & Complexity:
Work includes calculating, comparing, technical writing, editing, planning, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing and presenting. This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.
Overview
As an Eversource Engineer, you'll work with complex systems and equipment, while providing engineering and technical services to support our growing organization. We offer a unique and exciting opportunity to explore the best of both worlds, working both in the office and the field on a variety of interesting projects. Areas of expertise include designing new substations and infrastructure, analyzing systems and disruptions to service, working with transformers, engineering the electrical protection and control circuits that handle the flow of power, and dealing with acceptance testing of equipment, failures of equipment and analysis of system disturbances, LNG plant and gas distribution.
- Job type:Full time only
- Level:Entry, Mid, Senior, Executive
- Travel:Travel between CT/MA/NH may be required
About us
Success Profile
What makes a successful Engineer?
Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Analytical
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Digitally Savvy
- Collaborative
- Self-starter
Culture
- We are dedicated to our employees and customers;
- We live out our mission of delivering reliable energy and superior customer service in our daily work, in community service and leadership
- We are innovators in the field of clean energy
- We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued.
- We are on the cutting edge of engineering technology
Benefits
Eversource employees are committed to providing reliable energy and superior customer service—and that's why we are committed to providing our employees with a highly competitive total rewards package. In addition to wages and salaries, the benefit programs Eversource offers its employees and family members are a significant part of the total rewards.
Healthcare, Wellness & Disability Protection for you and your Family
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans, choose the coverage that is right for you and your family
- High deductible health plan option, with generous health savings account (HSA), employer contribution, ($500 individual; $1,000 employee +1 or more)
- Company-paid employee life and accident insurance and options to purchase additional coverage for you and your family
- An award-winning Wellness Program provides up to $200 annually for employees and spouses to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles
- Health and Dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Sick Time, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
Work/Life Balance Benefit Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Multi-faceted Behavioral Health Program
- Care@Work Program (child/elder care), membership/stipend for emergency services
- Adoption Assistance (eligible employees)
- Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Refinancing & Student Debt Counselling
- Voluntary benefits platform to access discounted home & auto, identity protection and pet insurance
- Charity donation gift matching
- Volunteer hours at local charities with rewards to our Wellness Program
- Generous time off
- Business Resource Groups for social connection and career development
Retirement Benefits for a Secure Future
- 401k: Up to 100% Employer Match on first 3% of employee's contributions
- K-Vantage: Additional Employer Contribution to the 401k based on age and years of service (2.5% to 6.5%)
- Med-Vantage HRA: Age 40+, receive annual $1,000 contribution to an HRA for post-employment qualified medical expenses
Career Path
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Job Description
Lead Engineer, Protection and Controls (Hybrid)
03/11/2024Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts; East Berlin, Connecticut; Manchester, New Hampshire
This position is responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing, and directing the work activities of a team of Protection & Controls Engineering personnel to perform activities related to the compliance, standardization and support for protective relays and associated systems for the transmission and distributions system. Compliance activities include the assignment, tracking and approval of periodic NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE compliance tasks. Standardization activities include the development, review, implementation and rollout of transmission and distribution P&C standard documentation such as design drawings, philosophies and relay setting calculation files. The support activities include the delegation and response to protection system operations and system failures, along with appropriate resolutions, to provide support to operations on unplanned maintenance.This is a three-state position and will include the supervision, assignment, and prioritization of a team of P&C Engineers located across all regions of Eversource.
This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office.
Essential Functions:
Supervises the work activities of personnel assigned to the Protection & Controls Engineering – Compliance, Standards & Support section.
Ensures periodic compliance activities undertaken are in accordance with NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE requirements.
Support the development of standards and procedures for compliance of the transmission and distribution protections systems in accordance with existing and future NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE requirements.
Responsible for the initiation, development and revision of company standards and procedures in the development of Protection and Controls designs and relay settings.
Support the development of standards and procedures for operation and maintenance of the transmission and distribution system.
Responsible for the evaluation and selection of technology and equipment for the system.
Supervises the root-cause analysis of disturbance events, development, and implementation of corrective actions
Provides technical support and direction to operating areas relative to system priorities, engineering guidelines and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations.
Manage work activities associated with development, review, and periodic update of control center operating procedures
Develops infrastructure strategy, operating philosophy, and technical basis for asset renewal decisions and communicates that information to Asset Management for project justification and financial rationing.
Manage work activities associated with the System Planning group to provide design guidance and protections system performance details necessary for planning studies.
Support work activities associated with the Interconnections group and Distributed Generation Group to provide design review and guidance for new transmission and distribution interconnection requests.
Collaborates with other groups within Eversource Engineering to ensure consistency and teamwork.
Develops employees through performance management, coaching, and as appropriate, rotational assignments.
Assumes the role of Project Manager, as required.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Education: Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering. Emphasis in Power Systems is desired.
Experiences: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electric utility industry with a strong background in protection engineering. Supervisory experience preferred.
Licenses & Certifications: None
Compensation and Benefits:
- Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $137,310.00 - $152,570.00 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.
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 substations, operating districts, and companies within and outside the state. Employee may work from home up to three days per week however this is dependent upon adherence to company policies and ability to meet performance goals.
Problem Solving & Complexity:
Work includes calculating, comparing, technical writing, editing, planning, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing and presenting. This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.