Associate Engineer, Substation Automation

• Individual will perform engineering assignments (engineering and design) in support of the installation and commissioning of automated electric transmission and distribution substation devices for Eversource. 

• Individual will prescribe the appropriate communication settings, i.e DNP, Modbus, etc, for substation devices including but not limited to: definition of status, control, and measurement points, polling rate, unsolicited event classification 

• Individual will work with outside departments to develop design settings for implementation in the field. 

• Individual will support lab testing with to ensure design is working properly prior to field implementation 

• Individual will support troubleshooting events related to Substation Automation equipment where field device communication is identified to have mis-operated or Substation Automation related alarms are generated. 

• Individual will Understanding of and compliance with requirements and standards set forth by industry organizations and protocols such as IEEE, DNP, modbus etc... 

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications: 

Technical Knowledge/Skill:  

• Understanding of the design, specification, and installation of electronic devices such as Substation RTUs, reclosers, switches, padmount switchgear, RTUs, etc… 

• Understanding of SCADA engineering concepts, in particular DNP 3.0 and modbus protocol  

• Possess communications and presentation skills 

• Ability to organize and coordinate a team to design and build out a project 

Education:     

• Bachelor of science degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline.  

Experience:              

• 0- 3 years of experience in the design, implementation, and commissioning of automated field devices on an electric distribution system.  

• Understanding of electric distribution systems is strongly preferred 

Working Conditions:  

• Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required. 

• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. 

• On-Call responsibilities are required 

• Company Vehicle is provided 

Leadership Behaviors/Competencies: 

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities 

• Cascade and translate strategies into action plans. 

• Communicate goals and priorities (company, department, team); ensure line of sight 

• Drive accountability/monitor progress 

• Communicate, communicate, communicate 

Build Trusting Relationships 

• Role model honesty and integrity in all communication and actions 

• Balance “getting results” with concern for individual needs 

• Have honest dialogue with employees; get to know them 

• Track commitments and follow-up 

Manage and Develop People 

• Set performance goals that align with department and company goals 

• Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance 

• Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc. 

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration 

• Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals 

• Recognize and address cross functional implications of your work 

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce 

• Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work 

Lead Change 

• Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service. 

• Respond positively to new demands or circumstances 

• Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes 

Focus on the Customer  

• Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner 

Please submit a resume with your application.

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