Lead Engineer

Eversource Energy

. Supervise represented engineers and other staff .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeWaterford • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $145,670 - $161,860 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing engineering teams, developing and optimizing maintenance programs, and overseeing the design and operation of electrical transmission and distribution systems. Proficient in project management, technical support, and implementing corrective actions in emergency situations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor Of Science Degree In EngineeringElectrical Utility Industry ExperienceSupervisory ExperienceProject ManagementPreventive Maintenance Optimization

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignRoot-Cause AnalysisSystem Reliability ManagementCapacity PlanningLife Cycle PlanningTechnical SupportPerformance ReviewEmergency RestorationCorrective Action ImplementationSystem Technology Evaluation

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationTeamworkCommunicationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsProject Justification ToolsMaintenance Management Software

Industry Keywords

Transmission SystemDistribution SystemPreventive MaintenanceEmergency SituationsUnplanned Maintenance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Supervise represented engineers and other staff
Manage, coach, develop, and review performance of engineers
Manage capacity increases, capital plan projects, system reliability, and ERP response
Strategically develop, expand, plan, design, maintain, and operate the transmission/distribution system and equipment
Coordinate evaluation of system failures and appropriate resolutions to support unplanned maintenance
Develop and manage the organization’s Life Cycle Plan over a multi-year horizon
Develop and manage a preventive maintenance optimization program
Develop preliminary engineering designs and detailed designs as necessary
Coordinate and prioritize Life Cycle Plan work across service areas and Electric Operations
Collaborate with Engineering colleagues to ensure consistency and teamwork
Provide technical support and direction during normal and emergency situations
Perform root-cause analysis and develop and implement corrective actions
Work with Investment Planning on project justification and financial rationing
Evaluate and select system technology and equipment
Develop standards and procedures for design, operation, and maintenance
Assume the role of Project Manager as required
Participate in emergency restoration assignments and travel to operating districts and companies as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
Minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electrical utility industry
Supervisory experience preferred
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
Must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed, including for emergencies, training, or other business needs
No immigration-related sponsorship offered; applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule
Potential incentive
Competitive total rewards program
Emergency Restoration assignment compensation/arrangements as applicable