Associate Civil Engineer, Transmission Line Engineering

Eversource Energy

. Design and analyze high-voltage and extra-high-voltage electric transmission lines on the Eversource Energy Transmission System .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $82,800 - $92,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and analyzing high-voltage electric transmission lines, utilizing engineering software such as PLS-CADD and AutoCAD. Capable of managing project schedules, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with various stakeholders in the energy sector.

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High-Voltage Transmission Line DesignPLS-CADD ProficiencyProject ManagementTechnical Report PreparationCivil Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

High-Voltage Transmission Line DesignEngineering AnalysisTechnical DocumentationProject SchedulingProblem Solving

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationRelationship BuildingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

PLS-CADDAutoCADTOWERL-PileMath CAD

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringValid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Transmission System PlanningSiting & PermittingRegulatory ComplianceEmergency RestorationEnergy Facilities Siting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and analyze high-voltage and extra-high-voltage electric transmission lines on the Eversource Energy Transmission System
Develop and prepare drawings, specifications, reports and estimates for transmission capital projects, maintenance support and other analyses
Use Power Line Systems software packages and other engineering tools
Interact with Transmission System Planning, Siting & Permitting, Project Management, Real Estate and other Transmission Business functions
Cooperate with vendor resources
Participate in studies and provide or support testimony before the Connecticut Siting Council, Massachusetts Energy Facilities Siting Board and other regulatory agencies
Provide engineering and technical expertise in identifying, analyzing and resolving increasingly complex problems
Plan, organize, estimate, schedule and monitor work activities
Prepare technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
Conduct engineering studies and complete non-routine engineering projects with minimal oversight
Independently manage project schedules and interfaces
Develop positive working relationships and coordinate work activities
Maintain accurate records and files
Support company goals and represent the company positively and professionally
Respond to emergency situations outside normal responsibilities, work hours and location when assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, preferred
0-3 years related experience is required
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
Occasional to significant travel by car may be required
Valid driver’s license is required
Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship; applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered
Proficiency or extensive use of PLS-CADD, PLS-Pole, TOWER, L-Pile, MFAD, EPRI EMF Workstation, Math CAD, AutoCAD and other engineering software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential incentive
Competitive total rewards program
Emergency Restoration assignment compensation/coverage as applicable