Distribution Design Associate Engineer; Hybrid - Tolland, CT

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Eversource is looking for a Distribution Design Associate Engineer to be located in Tolland, CT
. An entry-level position within the Distribution Design Engineer (DDE) progression, reporting to an Engineering Lead. This role provides experience and training necessary for advancement to the fully qualified level of Distribution Design Engineer. Duties include identifying improvements and major repair needs on the distribution system, providing engineering support to Field Engineering Design for certain customer additions, and assisting with system improvements for assigned circuits.

The individual reviews daily interruption reports, analyzes projected circuit deficiencies (e.g., voltage, overloads, etc.) for assigned circuits, assists the DDE/Lead with developing recommendations on equipment replacement versus repair to maximize Return on Asset (ROA), and participates in major restoration efforts, including Emergency Preparedness.

• Assist with the planning function and performance for all assigned circuits.
• Assist in identifying benefits from individual projects and predicted desired outcomes.
• Provide engineering support for specific projects.
• Assist with engineering resolutions for multiple outages in the Distribution System.
• Create field work in the current work management system.
• Assist DDE/Lead until proficient in support of the following:
  • EMF communications and/or measurements for customers.
  • Real Estate Department and Customer to negotiate easements as required.
  • Account Executives with customer quality of service issues.
  • Operations with distribution issues, including review switching, developing contingency plans, prioritizing work, monitoring yellow tags, etc.
  • Engineering support to Field Engineering Design.
  • P&CE on developing Recloser and Breaker settings.
• Considers safety in all circuit analysis.
• Directly contacts customers and develops corrective actions.
• Provides regulator and capacitor control settings for Electrical Maintenance.
• Assists in outage, voltage, and power quality investigations; engineers corrective action to prevent recurrence and provides reports as required.
• Works with DDE/Lead on the development of distribution projects and presents to the Connecticut Project Authorization Committee (CTPAC) for approval.
• Evaluates proposed DG interconnection applications.
• Reviews and implements annual procedures (e.g., TD941).
• Utilizes electronic software tools to model and analyze the distribution system (Syner Gee, PTI, USAmp, PI, Visio, etc.).
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including support to SOC.
• Has nonexclusive, non-supervisory storm restoration and emergency assignments.

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required;
  Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Experience: Zero (0) to Three (3) years of equivalent experience in Energy Delivery is preferred.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Knowledge of distribution systems is desired.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment.
  • Knowledgeable of various computer applications including Microsoft Office; circuit analysis software skills preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

• The annual salary range for this position is $79,000-$84,000, plus incentive. Salary progresses in accordance with the union contract.
• View the career site for an overview of our benefits.
• Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. In addition, this position is being posted internally and externally.

• 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

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will receive an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

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.