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Substation Automation Technician - Berlin, CT

02/06/2024

Locations East Berlin, Connecticut

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Substation Automation Technician - Berlin, CT

02/06/2024

Locations: East Berlin, Connecticut

Eversource Energy is the largest Energy delivery company in New England. We support 4 million Gas and Electric customers across CT, MA, and NH. We’re proud to provide safe, reliable service to 4 million electricity, natural gas, and water customers. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service.  ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!!

Individual will be involved with the testing, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of Substation Automation equipment.  Individual will work with Substation Automation work including Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) configuration, Human Machine Interface (HMI) testing and implementation, data concentrator configuration, frame relay setup and configuration, and other automation equipment associated with substations.  Individual will also support integrating new automation equipment onto the Substation Automation systems by assisting in identifying opportunities and technologies to solve ongoing problems.  The ability to logically troubleshoot technical problems is also required.  Individual must have strong computer skills and the ability to operate a variety of computer software programs related to RTU configuration, communications equipment and other related automation equipment; demonstrate teamwork, strong communication skills and be self-motivated. Individual also must ensure that all required work is performed safely, on schedule, cost effectively and in accordance with company standards.

The salary range for this position starts at $36.30 and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.

Essential Functions: 

  • Individual will perform technical assignments in support of the testing, installation, and commissioning of automated electric distribution field devices for Eversource.
  • Individual will work with various programming languages, i.e. DNP, Modbus, SEL, etc. for field devices to test RTU and device operations including but not limited to: definition of status, control, and measurement points, polling rate, unsolicited event classification
  • Individual will install and test design settings for implementation in the field.
  • Individual will support lab testing to verify proper design operation prior to field implementation
  • Individual will support troubleshooting events related to Substation Automation equipment where field device communication is identified to have mis-operated or Substation Automation related alarms are generated.
  • Individual will understand and comply with requirements and standards set forth by industry organizations and protocols such as IEEE, DNP, modbus etc...
  • Individual will serve on-call and during emergency restoration efforts as required.
  • Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

  • Understanding of the design, specification, and installation of Substation Automation devices such as RTUs, various relays, reclosers, switches, padmount switchgear, etc…
  • Understanding of SCADA engineering concepts, in particular DNP 3.0 protocol 
  • Communications and presentation skills
  • Ability to organize and work within a team to design, install, and commission a project

Education:

  • Associate's Degree in Electrical or Electronic engineering or Electrical or Electronic technology, telecommunications engineering, or related discipline. 

Experience:             

  • Zero to three years of experience in engineering, programming, or testing of complex electronic systems.  Experience in Energy Delivery or T&D maintenance is preferred.  A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.  Understanding of electric distribution systems is strongly preferred

Working Conditions:

  • Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
  • Must be available to travel between CT/MA as necessary.
  • Must be available for On-Call Support
  • Company vehicle is provided.

Leadership Behaviors/Competencies:

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities

  • Cascade and translate strategies into action plans.
  • Communicate goals and priorities (company, department, team); ensure line of sight
  • Drive accountability/monitor progress
  • Communicate, communicate, communicate

Build Trusting Relationships

  • Role model honesty and integrity in all communication and actions
  • Balance “getting results” with concern for individual needs
  • Have honest dialogue with employees; get to know them
  • Track commitments and follow-up

Manage and Develop People

  • Set performance goals that align with department and company goals
  • Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance
  • Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals
  • Recognize and address cross -functional implications of your work

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce

  • Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work

Lead Change

  • Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.
  • Respond positively to new demands or circumstances
  • Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes

Focus on the Customer

  • Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner

This position is being posted internally and externally also. Applicants must successfully pass the TECH test. Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

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. 

Apply

Overview

If you are looking for a hands-on career or the opportunity to lead a team, then Operations may be for you. We are the main source of providing our customers with the essential product that makes their lives easier—power. Whether you're working with electricity or natural gas, you'll use your mechanical skills in a hands-on job and deliver results to our customers on a daily basis. You'll work collaboratively with a variety of people and departments and learn about different parts of the business while making a big impact for our customers and communities. You'll receive a variety of training to help you learn how to do your job safely. Training includes classroom instruction, e-learning, field simulations and on-the-job learning with a peer coach.

  • Job Level - Entry, Mid,
    Senior, Executive
  • Travel between CT/MA/NH
    may be required

About us

We are Eversource

At Eversource, our mission is to safely deliver reliable energy and superior customer service to our electric, natural gas and water customers across New England. We do this ethically, respectfully and honestly to meet the expectations of our customers, regulators and ourselves.

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  • Team Player
  • Adaptable
  • Detail Oriented
  • Positive

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  • We are dedicated to our employees and customers
  • Safety is a core value at Eversource
  • We live out our mission of delivering reliable energy
  • We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued

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Job Description

Substation Automation Technician - Berlin, CT

02/06/2024

Locations: East Berlin, Connecticut

Eversource Energy is the largest Energy delivery company in New England. We support 4 million Gas and Electric customers across CT, MA, and NH. We’re proud to provide safe, reliable service to 4 million electricity, natural gas, and water customers. Be a part of our mission to deliver reliable energy and superior customer service.  ENERGY- BRINGS US TOGETHER!!

Individual will be involved with the testing, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of Substation Automation equipment.  Individual will work with Substation Automation work including Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) configuration, Human Machine Interface (HMI) testing and implementation, data concentrator configuration, frame relay setup and configuration, and other automation equipment associated with substations.  Individual will also support integrating new automation equipment onto the Substation Automation systems by assisting in identifying opportunities and technologies to solve ongoing problems.  The ability to logically troubleshoot technical problems is also required.  Individual must have strong computer skills and the ability to operate a variety of computer software programs related to RTU configuration, communications equipment and other related automation equipment; demonstrate teamwork, strong communication skills and be self-motivated. Individual also must ensure that all required work is performed safely, on schedule, cost effectively and in accordance with company standards.

The salary range for this position starts at $36.30 and progresses in accordance with the union contract. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.

Essential Functions: 

  • Individual will perform technical assignments in support of the testing, installation, and commissioning of automated electric distribution field devices for Eversource.
  • Individual will work with various programming languages, i.e. DNP, Modbus, SEL, etc. for field devices to test RTU and device operations including but not limited to: definition of status, control, and measurement points, polling rate, unsolicited event classification
  • Individual will install and test design settings for implementation in the field.
  • Individual will support lab testing to verify proper design operation prior to field implementation
  • Individual will support troubleshooting events related to Substation Automation equipment where field device communication is identified to have mis-operated or Substation Automation related alarms are generated.
  • Individual will understand and comply with requirements and standards set forth by industry organizations and protocols such as IEEE, DNP, modbus etc...
  • Individual will serve on-call and during emergency restoration efforts as required.
  • Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

  • Understanding of the design, specification, and installation of Substation Automation devices such as RTUs, various relays, reclosers, switches, padmount switchgear, etc…
  • Understanding of SCADA engineering concepts, in particular DNP 3.0 protocol 
  • Communications and presentation skills
  • Ability to organize and work within a team to design, install, and commission a project

Education:

  • Associate's Degree in Electrical or Electronic engineering or Electrical or Electronic technology, telecommunications engineering, or related discipline. 

Experience:             

  • Zero to three years of experience in engineering, programming, or testing of complex electronic systems.  Experience in Energy Delivery or T&D maintenance is preferred.  A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.  Understanding of electric distribution systems is strongly preferred

Working Conditions:

  • Must be available to work emergency storm assignment as required.
  • Must be available to travel between CT/MA as necessary.
  • Must be available for On-Call Support
  • Company vehicle is provided.

Leadership Behaviors/Competencies:

Set and Communicate Direction and Priorities

  • Cascade and translate strategies into action plans.
  • Communicate goals and priorities (company, department, team); ensure line of sight
  • Drive accountability/monitor progress
  • Communicate, communicate, communicate

Build Trusting Relationships

  • Role model honesty and integrity in all communication and actions
  • Balance “getting results” with concern for individual needs
  • Have honest dialogue with employees; get to know them
  • Track commitments and follow-up

Manage and Develop People

  • Set performance goals that align with department and company goals
  • Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance
  • Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.

Foster Teamwork and Cross-functional Collaboration

  • Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals
  • Recognize and address cross -functional implications of your work

Create a Diverse, Inclusive Workforce

  • Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work

Lead Change

  • Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.
  • Respond positively to new demands or circumstances
  • Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes

Focus on the Customer

  • Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner

This position is being posted internally and externally also. Applicants must successfully pass the TECH test. Qualified candidates must submit a resume with their application.

#elecajd

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

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. 

Apply

Benefits

Eversource employees are committed to providing reliable energy and superior customer service—and that's why we are committed to providing our employees with a highly competitive total rewards package. In addition to wages and salaries, the benefit programs Eversource offers its employees and family members are a significant part of the total rewards.

Healthcare, Wellness & Disability Protection for you and your Family

  • Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans, choose the coverage that is right for you and your family
  • High deductible health plan option, with generous health savings account (HSA), employer contribution, ($500 individual; $1,000 employee +1 or more)
  • Company-paid employee life and accident insurance and options to purchase additional coverage for you and your family
  • An award-winning Wellness Program provides up to $200 annually for employees and spouses to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles
  • Health and Dependent care reimbursement accounts
  • Sick Time, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans

Work/Life Balance Benefit Programs

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Multi-faceted Behavioral Health Program
  • Care@Work Program (child/elder care), membership/stipend for emergency services
  • Adoption Assistance (eligible employees)
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Refinancing & Student Debt Counselling
  • Voluntary benefits platform to access discounted home & auto, identity protection and pet insurance
  • Charity donation gift matching
  • Volunteer hours at local charities with rewards to our Wellness Program
  • Generous time off
  • Business Resource Groups for social connection and career development

Retirement Benefits for a Secure Future

  • 401k: Up to 100% Employer Match on first 3% of employee's contributions
  • K-Vantage: Additional Employer Contribution to the 401k based on age and years of service (2.5% to 6.5%)
  • Med-Vantage HRA: Age 40+, receive annual $1,000 contribution to an HRA for post-employment qualified medical expenses
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