Distribution Design Associate Engineer (Hybrid Schedule) - Cheshire, CT

Essential Functions

• Aid in the planning and performance of all assigned circuits.
• Support the identification of project benefits and desired outcomes.
• Provide engineering support for specific projects.
• Assist with resolving multiple outages in the Distribution System.
• Create field work in the current work management system.
• Support DDE/Lead until proficiency is achieved, assisting with:
• EMF communications and/or measurements for customers.
• Negotiating easements with the Real Estate Department and Customer.
• Addressing customer quality of service issues with Account Executives.
• Handling distribution issues with Operations, including reviewing switching, developing contingency plans, prioritizing work, and monitoring yellow tags.
• Engineering support for Field Engineering Design.
• P&CE on developing Recloser and Breaker settings.
• Ensure safety considerations in all circuit analyses.
• Directly interact with customers and implement corrective actions.
• Set regulator and capacitor control settings for Electrical Maintenance.
• Participate in outage, voltage, and power quality investigations, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Provide reports as needed.
• Collaborate with DDE/Lead in the development of distribution projects and prepare presentations for the Connecticut Project Authorization Committee (CTPAC).
• Evaluate proposed Distributed Generation (DG) interconnection applications.
• Review and implement annual procedures, such as TD941.
• Utilize electronic software tools to model and analyze the distribution system (SynerGee, PTI, USAmp, PI, Visio, etc.)
• Perform other related duties as assigned, including support to SOC.
• Prepare for nonexclusive, non-supervisory, storm restoration and emergency assignments.

Education, Experience and Skills

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required, with Electrical Engineering preferred.
• Experience: Zero to three 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.

Compensation and Benefits

• The annual salary range for this position is $79,000-$84,000, plus incentive. Salary progresses in accordance with the union contract. For an overview of benefits, visit the career site.
• Bargaining unit employees under the TEAL contract will be given first consideration. Additionally, this position is being posted internally and externally.
• Please include a resume with your application.