Field Engineering Designer 1 (Hybrid)

About the role

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and builds customer relationships by ensuring customer requests are met in a timely fashion.
• Designs layouts for service additions and changes to the Company electric system using Company approved standards and policies. Performs technical calculations and prepares work orders as assigned.
• Communicates internally and externally the Company requirements for electric service installation.
• Designs, negotiates, and coordinates the installation and upgrade of residential, commercial, and industrial services including the preparation of cost estimates, work orders, and written service agreements as assigned. Works with others (e.g. Supervisors, Engineers) to prepare work orders for residential, commercial and industrial service installations and upgrade.
• Prepares easement forms and easement areas for submission as required for services and extensions on private property.
• Obtains permits as required.
• Designs, negotiates and coordinates the relocation of overhead and underground facilities, including the preparation of work orders and cost estimates as assigned.
• Recommends designs and coordinates installation of streetlights. Prepares work orders for the installation of lighting and unmetered services for customers. Prepares residential or commercial contracts.
• Performs analysis/assistance/ assessments in emergency restoration in the facilitation of restoration efforts. Expected to work beyond regular business hours as required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications

• Sound knowledge of electrical distribution systems and construction standards and techniques.
• Skillful operation of various measuring instruments and testing apparatus such as range rods, corner/pull measuring devices, voltage measuring devices.
• Able to accurately interpret, but not limited to, company maps, site and highway construction plans, profile prints, etc.
• Effective communication skills with a concentrated customer focus. Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of Company policies, procedures, practices and electrical distribution engineering and/or construction standards; as they relate to the Eversource accounting system, customer billing, conservation programs, rates, prepayments and/or customer contributions, and the various computer programs.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including navigating work management systems, graphics work-design tools, and Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Teams, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment. (e.g. Printers, Scanners, Plotters, Fax, etc.)
• Knowledge of joint use agreements involving other utility companies.
• General awareness of the National Electric Code as it pertains to service installations, customer requirements, and the Eversource Distribution System.
• Working knowledge of the Company's Employee Safety Manual.
• Capable of reviewing and/or inspecting electric service installations for compliance to Company standards.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of NESC with:
• - Associate’s degree in engineering or engineering technology, or related field
• - Connecticut E-1 Electrician’s license
• - High School diploma or the equivalent. One year of formal technical training. AND 4-6 years of related electrical distribution experience.

Skills

• Sound knowledge of electrical distribution systems and construction standards and techniques.
• Capable of skillfully operating various measuring instruments and testing apparatus such as range rods, corner/pull measuring devices, voltage measuring devices.
• Capable of accurately interpreting, but not limited to, company maps, site and highway construction plans, profile prints, etc.
• Effective communication skills with a concentrated customer focus. Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of Company policies, procedures, practices and electrical distribution engineering and/or construction standards; as they relate to the Eversource accounting system, customer billing, conservation programs, rates, prepayments and/or customer contributions, and the various computer programs.
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including navigating work management systems, graphics work-design tools, and Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Teams, Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Proficiency in the use of standard office equipment. (e.g. Printers, Scanners, Plotters, Fax, etc.)
• Knowledge of joint use agreements involving other utility companies.
• General awareness of the National Electric Code as it pertains to service installations, customer requirements, and the Eversource Distribution System.
• Working knowledge of the Company's Employee Safety Manual.
• Capable of reviewing and/or inspecting electric service installations for compliance to Company standards.

Benefits

The salary range for this position starts at Step 1 ($37.03/hourly) and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.

Pay

The salary range for this position starts at Step 1 ($37.03/hourly) and progresses in accordance with the union contract.

Schedule

The position requires work in an office environment, at customer locations, on construction sites, and in the field including entry in manholes, vaults, and other locations where electrical equipment is located. The position requires the use of company provided PPE.