Senior Engineer – Distribution Automation

Eversource Energy

. Plan, coordinate, and perform engineering assignments involving design and implementation of wireless SCADA data telecommunications systems .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeWestwood • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $129,450 - $143,830 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design, implementation, and support of wireless SCADA data telecommunications systems, with a strong understanding of electric utility systems and relevant protocols such as DNP 3.0. Capable of collaborating effectively with teams and stakeholders to enhance telecommunications infrastructure and ensure operational efficiency.

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Wireless SCADA Data Telecommunications SystemsDNP 3.0 ProtocolElectric Utility SystemsCommunication SkillsTeam Coordination

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Hard Skills

Design and ImplementationSCADA Engineering ConceptsTroubleshootingConfiguration and SpecificationDigital Microwave SystemsMobile Wireless NetworksFixed Wireless NetworksPaging SystemsField RTU DevicesRegulatory Standards

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationPresentation SkillsTeam CoordinationProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Telecommunications Engineering

Industry Keywords

IEEE StandardsIEC StandardsNERC StandardsTelecommunications EngineeringUtility Applications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and perform engineering assignments involving design and implementation of wireless SCADA data telecommunications systems
Design, implement, and operate wireless SCADA data telecommunications systems supporting Eversource's Electric operations
Support field construction and maintenance of wireless SCADA data telecommunications assets and infrastructure, including digital microwave, mobile and fixed wireless networks, and paging systems
Analyze wireless SCADA data communication systems to enhance and troubleshoot SCADA data applications
Contribute to configuration and specification of SCADA wireless telecom equipment and interfaces to field RTU devices
Troubleshoot distribution-system events involving mis-operated field-device communications or impacts to remote operations
Apply requirements and standards from IEEE, IEC, NERC, and other industry and regulatory organizations
Collaborate with senior staff, Field Communications, and telecommunications engineering staff to select technologies and build distribution automation communications networks
Support restoration activity during emergency storm assignments
Work in industrial and office environments; travel throughout the service territory 20% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline
At least five (5) years of experience in the design, implementation and support of wireless SCADA data telecommunications systems
General understanding of the design, specification, and installation of wireless SCADA data telecommunications systems over radio, cellular, and fiber
Basic understanding of SCADA engineering concepts, particularly DNP 3.0 protocol
Strong communication and presentation skills
Strong ability to coordinate with a team to design and build out a project
Experience with wireless SCADA data telecommunications infrastructure within a utility application using DNP 3.0 protocol is preferred
Understanding of electric utility systems is strongly preferred
Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
Travel throughout the service territory is required 20% of the time
Ability to identify and address key issues and concerns in a complex and consistently evolving environment
Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

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