Senior Engineer, Substation Engineering

Eversource Energy

Senior substation engineer leading design and project engineering for Eversource, a New England energy delivery company. Coordinating transmission and distribution infrastructure from concept through energization.

Posted 8/10/2026full-timeManchester • New Hampshire • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $129,450 - $143,830 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electric distribution and transmission substations, with a strong focus on substation design, project management, and engineering leadership. Proficient in coordinating engineering disciplines and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Substation Design ExperienceProject ManagementElectrical Discipline CoordinationEngineering LeadershipIEEE/ANSI Standards Compliance

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Hard Skills

Electrical EngineeringSubstation DesignEngineering Solutions DevelopmentEngineering Drawings PreparationEngineering Studies ConductingProject Cost EstimationEngineering Schedule ManagementConcept DefinitionEquipment Specifications DevelopmentEmergency Restoration Assignments

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCollaborationTechnical LeadershipPrioritization

Certifications & Qualifications

BS EngineeringBS Engineering Technology

Industry Keywords

Electric Utility IndustryTransmission SystemsDistribution Systems13kV to 362kV SubstationCapital Project Budget AuthorizationProcurement CoordinationConstruction Personnel CoordinationEnergization SupportInternal Standards ComplianceTravel Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform engineering assignments requiring professional mastery and extensive experience in electric distribution and transmission substations
Act as project engineer for substation project assignments
Lead engineering design efforts, develop engineering solutions, and ensure quality of deliverables
Manage engineering schedules and coordinate assigned engineering disciplines with procurement and construction personnel
Define concepts, scopes, and detailed engineering aspects of substation and switching station projects
Support project cost estimates, schedules, and capital project budget authorization documents
Conduct engineering studies related to substation equipment and materials
Prepare, review, and issue engineering drawings with the Engineering Design and Drafting group
Organize engineering projects and support design through energization
Provide technical leadership and guidance to other engineers
Lead electrical discipline coordination and scheduling
Prioritize several concurrent projects under budget and time constraints
Collaborate with engineering disciplines and System Planning
Ensure transmission and distribution system additions, modifications, and replacements meet internal and industry standards
Develop standards, procedures, and equipment specifications
Participate in emergency restoration assignments and travel between MA, CT, and NH as necessary

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS Engineering or BS Engineering Technology required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electrical utility industry
Applicable experience in 13kV through 362kV substation design
Substation design experience in accordance with associated IEEE/ANSI standards required
Ability to organize engineering projects, work to a schedule, and follow through through energization
Ability to prioritize several concurrent projects under budget and time constraints
Must be available for emergency restoration assignments as required
Must be available to travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary
Must be able to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and up to five days if needed
Applicants requiring immigration-related visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule for eligible roles
Competitive total rewards program
Potential incentive
Emergency restoration assignment and associated employee support
Equal opportunity employment