Eversource

Technical Lead, Field Communication- Substation Automation

Eversource • $116K — $128K *
Berlin, CT 06037In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology or equivalent.
  • 5 to 8 years of related experience.
  • Thorough knowledge of installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of Field Communications equipment.
  • Strong computer skills with experience in databases, test equipment, and hardware configuration.
  • Valid motor vehicle license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Lead installation, maintenance, and repair of communication/automation systems.
  • Coordinate work direction for engineers, test specialists, and external personnel.
  • Define project scopes and consult with contractors/vendors for oversight.
  • Manage maintenance activities in collaboration with various departments.
  • Approve test results and oversee spare parts inventory management.
  • Analyze maintenance data and ensure accuracy of maintenance records.
  • Provide guidance and technical support to team members.

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards program with a range of employee benefits.
  • Potential for performance-based incentives.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Support for employees during emergency situations outside of normal work hours.
Full Job Description
Role and Scope of Position:
Individual will participate in and act as lead for maintenance and/or project activities within the Field Communications department. Establish schedules for self and others, direct and coordinate assigned staff, maintenance crews, and contractors engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of communication and/or automation equipment, systems, and associated peripherals.
Essential Functions:
  • Acts as the lead or has overall responsibility for the installation, maintenance and repair of communication and/or automation systems.
  • Coordinates, schedules and provides work direction to engineers, test specialists, test technicians, and external personnel. Oversees safety of assigned personnel in these activities.
  • Defines scope of major projects and consults with contractors and/or vendors. Coordinates and oversees work performed by outside contractors.
  • Coordinates maintenance activities with Eversource personnel in other departments.
  • Approves test results of engineers, test specialists, test technicians, and vendors.
  • Develops lists of spare and replacement parts and makes specifications for same. Coordinates the usage of spare parts inventories among various sites and systems.
  • Interfaces with internal and external Engineering and Design groups to provide field support for successful project completion.
  • Analyses and interprets maintenance data. Verifies and contributes to the completeness and accuracy of maintenance records.
  • Identifies common or generic problems with equipment, and institutes or recommends appropriate corrective action.
  • Responsible for the effective and efficient use of assigned personnel, equipment and material resources for assigned projects or maintenance work.
  • Reviews and evaluates the need for tools, parts, and materials for maintenance work.
  • Directs and demonstrates efforts to achieve world-class excellence regarding safe work practices and error-free performance. Assures compliance with the Eversource safety manual and all company procedures.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable regulatory and operational entities, operating instructions, and minimum operating requirements.
  • Provides timely and accurate updates, oral and written, for successful completion of assigned projects or maintenance work. Keeps Supervision informed regarding status of all on-going activities assigned.
  • Provides guidance, training, and technical support to engineers, test specialists, and test technicians.
  • Promotes teamwork among and between all members of the Field Communications organization and other internal Eversource groups.
  • Responds to emergencies and requests for support outside normal work hours.
  • Assumes the duties of the Supervisor during his/her absence.


Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:
  • Thorough knowledge regarding the installation, maintenance, repair, and operation of applicable Field Communications equipment assigned to the hiring supervisor.
  • Ability to repair, adjust, test and operate equipment.
  • Thorough understanding of safety methods, practices, procedures, and policies.
  • Ability to combine theory with practical experience, determines facts, analyze information, make decisions accordingly and resolve problems. Handles technical investigations regarding equipment mis-operations.
  • Strong computer skills and the ability to operate a variety of software programs relating to databases, test equipment, and hardware configuration are required.
  • Working knowledge of switching and tagging procedures.
  • Ability to recommend future direction(s) of equipment and systems based on changing technology and the availability of spare parts.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical technology or equivalent

Experience:
  • Five (5) to eight (8) years of related experience

Licenses & Certifications:
  • Must hold a valid motor vehicle license with good driving record


Working Conditions:
  • Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
  • Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.


Please submit a resume with your application.

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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

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:
$116,020.00-$128,910.00

Worker Type:
Regular

Number of Openings:
1

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.

About Eversource

Eversource transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas for more than 3.6 million electric and natural gas customers. Before its rebranding, the company operated six main subsidiaries: Connecticut Light and Power (CL&P), Public Service Company of New Hampshire (PSNH), Western Massachusetts Electric Company (WMECO), Yankee Gas Services Company (Yankee Gas), NSTAR Electric, and NSTAR Gas. NSTAR itself was the product of corporate mergers and included the former Boston Edison Company, Cambridge Electric Light Company, Commonwealth Electric Company, Commonwealth Gas, and Cambridge Gas Company. All now currently operate under the Eversource name. Eversource remains Connecticut's largest electric utility, serving more than 1.2 million residential, municipal, commercial and industrial customers in approximately 149 cities and towns. It also serves approximately 229,000 natural gas customers in 73 cities and towns. Eversource is also New Hampshire's largest electric utility, serving more than 500,000 homes and businesses in 211 cities and towns throughout the state. Eversource Energy is a publicly-traded, Fortune 500 energy company headquartered in Hartford, Connecticut, and Boston, Massachusetts, with several regulated subsidiaries offering retail electricity, natural gas service, and water service to approximately 4 million[6] customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.

Eversource Careers

Joining Eversource means becoming part of a dedicated team committed to safety, reliability, and innovation in energy. As a leading energy provider in the Northeast, Eversource offers unparalleled job opportunities, fostering a culture of leadership and growth in the industry.

Work You’ll Do

At Eversource, every position contributes to the company's mission of delivering reliable energy and superior customer service. Our team enjoys a dynamic work environment where professional growth and development are encouraged. With a variety of career paths available, Eversource is a place where your ambition drives your career forward, and where leadership and diversity training ensure you reach your potential.

Innovate and Lead

Eversource is at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, integrating innovative technologies and sustainable practices that benefit not only our customers but also our communities. By joining our team, you will collaborate with skilled professionals dedicated to pioneering solutions for a sustainable future.

Career Development

Eversource is committed to the professional development of its employees. Whether through leadership programs, skills training, or networking opportunities, we provide the tools needed for career advancement and personal growth. Our robust internship programs offer a gateway to full-time employment, giving hands-on experience and exposure to real-world challenges.

Be Part of Our Team

Our team at Eversource is driven by a shared commitment to excellence and teamwork. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive. The benefits at Eversource go beyond the standard employment package; they empower our employees’ well-being and long-term financial security.

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Learn more about Eversource
Size
9,227 employees
Market Cap
$29.2 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1927
5 Year Trend
+5.4%
Revenue
$8.9 billion
NASDAQ
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