Distribution Design Associate Engineer (Hybrid)

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Eversource Energy is seeking an entry-level professional within the Distribution Design Engineer (DDE) progression, reporting to an Engineering Lead. This position provides experience and training for advancement to the fully qualified Distribution Design Engineer. The role includes assisting in 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 will review daily interruption reports and analyze projected circuit deficiencies (e.g., voltage, overloads) for assigned circuits, and will help develop recommendations on equipment replacement vs. repair to maximize Return on Asset (ROA). The position participates in major restoration efforts including Emergency Preparedness. The role is located in Madison, CT.

Essential Functions

• 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 current work management system.
• Support the following until proficient : 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 (review switching, develop contingency plans, prioritize work, monitor yellow tags, etc.); Engineering support to Field Engineering Design; P&CE on developing Recloser and Breaker settings.
• Consider safety in all circuit analysis.
• Directly contact customers to develop corrective actions.
• Provide regulator and capacitor control settings for Electrical Maintenance.
• Assist in outage, voltage, and power quality investigations and engineer corrective action to prevent recurrence; provide reports as required.
• Work with the DDE / Lead in developing distribution projects and present to the Connecticut Project Authorization Committee (CTPAC) for approval.
• Evaluate proposed Distributed Generation (DG) interconnection applications.
• Review and implement annual procedures (e.g., TD941).
• Utilize electronic software tools to model and analyze the distribution system (e.g., SynerGee, PTI, USAmp, PI, Visio).
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including support to SOC; may have nonexclusive, non-supervisory storm restoration and emergency assignments.

Education, Experience and Skills

Knowledge of distribution systems is desired.

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.

Other

Worker Type : Regular

Number of Openings : 1

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. VEVRRA Federal Contractor. Emergency Response : Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role; you may be called to assist during an emergency outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location.

Seniority level : Entry level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Utilities

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