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Lead Engineer, Commissioning

Eversource Energy

  • Date Posted:

    6/26/2025

  • Remote Work Level:

    Hybrid Remote

  • Location:

    Hybrid Remote in South Hooksett, NH

  • Job Type:

    Employee

  • Job Schedule:

    Full-Time,Alternative Schedule

  • Career Level:

    Manager

  • Travel Required:

    Yes

  • Education Level:

    Bachelor's/Undergraduate Degree

  • Salary:

    $141,440 - $157,150 Annually

  • Categories:

    EngineeringProduct ManagerProject ManagerTech SupportOperations

About the Role

Title: Lead Engineer, Commissioning (Hybrid)

Location: NH-Hooksett

This is a hybrid position. The first three months are full-time in the office.

This position has the responsibility for the development and implementation of plans and procedures for the testing and commissioning of highly complex transmission and distribution substation projects. In addition, you will work closely with stakeholders including Project Management, Protection & Controls Engineering and Test in the development of project test and commissioning plans with a focus on ensuring safety and eliminating issues and errors during the commissioning process. This position is responsible for commissioning of substation equipment as individual units (breakers, transformers, etc.)  as well as overall project commission including controls, systems, relays, metering, etc. This position may also provide technical and administrative guidance to Commissioning Engineers in the field. 

Essential Functios:

  • Responsible for assisting in the development of standards and procedures for the successful testing and commissioning of Transmission & Distribution (HV & MV) substation projects.

  • Responsible for oversight to ensure substation projects are successfully tested and commissioned in accordance with industry and Eversource standards with a high focus on safety and human performance while maintaining system reliability.

  • Responsible for project test data review, collection, and acceptance.

  • Collaborates effectively with other engineers across the Engineering organization to ensure consistency and teamwork.

  • Responsible for assisting in the development and/or training of less experienced team members.

  • Accountable for root-cause analysis, development and implementation of corrective actions relating to project commissioning.

  • Responsible for project audits to ensure safety, human performance and compliance with standards and work methods are being met.

  • Performs supervisory duties as needed/assigned.

  • May require work performed outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology required.

  • Minimum of eight (8) years in utility distribution/transmission engineering required.

  • Electrical engineering knowledge with a focus on substation project testing and commissioning is preferred.

  • Valid NH driver’s license.

Working Conditions:

  • Work is performed in both office and field environments.

  • Must be available to travel between NH/CT/MA as necessary.

  • Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.

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Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$141,440.00-$157,150.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

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