Lead Engineer – Substation Design

Eversource Energy

. Lead development, expansion, planning, design, maintenance and operation of transmission and distribution systems and equipment .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $145,670 - $161,860 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the development, design, and maintenance of transmission and distribution systems within the electrical utility industry, ensuring compliance with safety, reliability, and environmental standards. Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage projects, and perform root-cause analysis to enhance system performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringElectrical Utility Industry ExperienceProject ManagementRoot-Cause AnalysisTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Transmission Systems DesignDistribution Systems DesignReliability AnalysisEvent TrendingEquipment-Condition MonitoringLife Cycle PlanningEngineering Design StandardsTechnical SupportSystem Technology EvaluationCorrective Actions Implementation

Soft Skills

CollaborationCoachingPerformance ReviewCommunicationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Electrical UtilitySystem FailuresEmergency RestorationCost ManagementEnvironmental Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development, expansion, planning, design, maintenance and operation of transmission and distribution systems and equipment
Coordinate evaluation of system failures and appropriate resolutions to support operations during unplanned maintenance
Ensure transmission and distribution systems meet high quality, safety, reliability, cost and environmental standards
Share accountability for strategy, development and design of the Life Cycle Plan
Supervise, coach and develop engineers; approve time and conduct performance reviews
Assign, prioritize and direct work performed by at least 2 FTE Engineers
Manage cost and performance of system assets, including reliability analysis, event trending and equipment-condition monitoring
Develop, justify and approve multi-year Life Cycle Plan activities and ongoing projects
Ensure accurate and timely designs, specifications, permits and customer notifications
Develop preliminary engineering designs and detailed designs as necessary
Collaborate with Engineering colleagues to ensure consistency and teamwork
Provide technical support and direction to operating areas during normal and emergency situations
Perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Evaluate and select system technology and equipment
Develop design, operation and maintenance standards and procedures
Assume the Manager role as required
Assist with storm duty and other major events

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required
Minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years in the technical, operational, or engineering aspects of the electrical utility industry
Ability to independently develop, present and execute new projects through collaborations with other departments
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
A valid driver’s license is required
Must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed
Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered
Please submit a resume with your application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedules for eligible roles
Potential incentive
Competitive total rewards program
Emergency Restoration assignment support as part of employment