Gas Engineer

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.

Participates in the planning, development, scheduling, and the performance of engineering assignments related to the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution, pressure regulating systems, including standard projects. Applies engineering practices as directed by other team members.

Essential Functions

• Under direction, designs systems or installations to fit objectives, conforming to industry standards, guidelines and regulations of federal, state and local authorities
• Gas systems include, but are not limited to, regulator stations, telemetry, commercial worker/monitor regulator sets, uprates, distribution main projects and culvert crossings.
• Performs site layouts and prepare necessary documents for procurement, permitting and construction.
• Specifies and procure materials and equipment
• Develops and maintains field procedures to ensure compliance with company standards and procedures, federal, state and local regulations and codes
• Coordinates construction activities with customers, contractors, States, Municipalities and internal departments
• Assists in the oversite of construction activities to insure specification and code compliance.
• Ensure compliance with field procedures and the coordination with Gas Control
• Reviews purchase requisitions, and invoices related to departmental activity.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills.
• Maintains accurate records and files.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.
• Assists in gas distribution system restoration efforts during emergencies.

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Thorough knowledge of distribution construction and maintenance work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable governmental code and regulations.
• Knowledge of welding and fusing principles.
• Working knowledge of environmental requirements affecting related activities.
• Familiarity with MS Office and AutoCAD.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or closely related field.

Experience: Three (3) or more years related experience is required. Engineering design experience preferred. Gas experience is preferred.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid motor vehicle operator license is required.

Working Conditions

• This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing.
• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs are involved.
• Field observations will be a required part of this role.
• Job can require traveling to operating districts, gas facilities and companies within and outside the state.
• Depending on the specific nature of the engineering role, position may require occasional to significant travel by car.

Mental Aspects

Work includes calculating, comparing, technical writing, editing, planning, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing and presenting. This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

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: $100,490.00-$111,660.00

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.