Principal Engineer, Substation Design and Drafting (Hybrid Schedule) at Eversource Energy

Westwood, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Utilities, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Authorization to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
Ability to work hybrid schedule: at least three days in office (including Tuesdays and Wednesdays), up to five days if needed (e.g., emergencies, training, policy changes)
Recognized technical expertise in electrical or applicable discipline engineering design, construction standards, ANSI/IEEE Standards, NEC, NESC code requirements, electric operating procedures, and regulatory compliance
Demonstrated very high standards of professional and technical competence through sufficient experience
Complete and thorough knowledge of technical skills including system-wide application of discipline
Initiative and aggressive approach (inferred from partial description)

Responsibilities

Serve as technical specialist to Substation Engineering Department and recognized as technical expert internally and externally
Solve complex technical problems requiring expertise (e.g., electrical engineering design, long-range system planning, system analysis, site/safety investigations, structural/material analysis, equipment qualification, code assessment/adherence)
Integrate cross-functional groups or teams to implement projects and special initiatives
Lead engineering quality assurance and quality control program
Direct teams or project leaders on sensitive and highly complex engineering projects as technical advisor
Work with senior management on sensitive, confidential projects
Formulate Eversource technical positions and recommend company policies and standards
Present, direct, and/or prepare corporate testimony and written responses for rate cases and regulatory proceedings
Interface with federal, state, and local organizations as Eversource representative
Serve on Eversource internal committees and task forces to provide information and recommendations to senior management
Provide technical guidance and training for less experienced personnel
Represent Eversource on industry and professional society committees and working groups
Prepare written materials (e.g., letters, reports) for senior leadership supporting positions and policies
Act on behalf of Engineering Lead or Manager in their absence
Participate in storm restoration, on-call, and emergency assignments
Provide feedback and assist in performance reviews
Develop strategic plans for major engineering problems and opportunities; interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments
Head engineering quality assurance and quality control program
Develop long-range department plans and recommend project strategies
Develop and update material and equipment standards, including operating procedures
Direct and prepare documents/testimony and written responses for regulatory requirements and proceedings
Serve as team or project leader for unique/special engineering assignments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Substation DesignElectrical EngineeringDraftingANSI StandardsIEEE StandardsNECNESCRegulatory ComplianceQuality AssuranceConstruction Standards

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the work arrangement or remote policy for this role?

Eversource offers hybrid schedules for certain roles, requiring employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed, such as for emergencies, training, or policy changes.

What technical expertise is required for the Principal Engineer role?

The role requires recognized technical expertise in electrical or applicable discipline engineering design, construction standards, ANSI/IEEE Standards, NEC, NESC code requirements, electric operating procedures, and regulatory compliance.

What leadership responsibilities does this position involve?

The Principal Engineer performs an Engineering Department leadership role, heads engineering quality assurance and quality control programs, directs teams on complex projects, develops strategic plans, and serves as a technical advisor to senior management.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Principal Engineer role?

Strong candidates are recognized technical experts in substation engineering who can solve complex problems, lead cross-functional teams, develop strategic plans, ensure regulatory compliance, and interface with external organizations.