Associate Engineer, Substation Engineering

Eversource Energy

. Perform engineering assignments supporting electric substation construction projects for Transmission and Distribution .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeManchester • New Hampshire • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $82,800 - $92,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Substation Engineering and Power Systems, with a strong focus on project management, cost estimation, and regulatory compliance. Proficient in developing engineering designs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.

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Bachelor Of Science In Electrical EngineeringSubstation EngineeringPower SystemsProject ManagementSubstation Equipment Familiarity

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignCost EstimationProject SchedulingEquipment SpecificationsEngineering Studies

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam LeadershipOrganizational SkillsPrioritization

Tools & Technologies

Computer Proficiency

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Industry Keywords

Electric SubstationTransmission And DistributionRFP ProcessesMulti-Disciplinary CollaborationEquipment Failure Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform engineering assignments supporting electric substation construction projects for Transmission and Distribution
Develop requirements defining the concept, scope, need, engineering, and design aspects of substation projects
Support preparation of project cost estimates, schedules, capital project budgets, and authorization documents
Conduct engineering studies involving substation equipment and materials
Collaborate with Engineering disciplines, Engineers, Design and Drafting, and cross-functional departments
Develop and approve project scopes, engineering designs, details, material ordering, and cost estimates
Hire contract engineering firms and monitor scope, submittals, invoices, progress, and performance
Support project planning, technical and financial approvals, scheduling, regulatory submittals and interrogatories, and project closeout
Develop subject matter expertise for substation equipment categories
Develop and update equipment specifications and review maintenance practices and equipment failure analyses
Participate in equipment RFP processes and review or approve manufacturers’ drawings and documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering
0 to 3 years of Substation Engineering, Power Systems, or related electric utility experience
Familiarity with substation equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, reclosers, capacitor banks and associated controls, instrument transformers, reactors, switches, and batteries is desired
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
Ability to organize engineering projects, work to a schedule, and follow projects to completion
Ability to communicate effectively and lead a multi-disciplinary engineering and design team
Ability to use computers effectively
Ability to prioritize work for several concurrent projects under budget and time constraints

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential incentive
Competitive total rewards program
Benefits programs
Emergency Restoration assignment may provide work outside normal responsibilities, work hours and location