Specialist, Telecommunications (Hybrid)
04/20/2023Locations Manchester, New Hampshire
Job Description
Specialist, Telecommunications (Hybrid)
04/20/2023Locations: Manchester, New Hampshire
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Role and Scope of Position:
Responsible for the planning and engineering design for assigned projects supported by telecom engineering. Primarily involves projects to provide/deliver communication services to or between electric substations. Provides support directly or in collaboration with Technical Services personnel in performing root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and repair of active hardware to meet business requirements. Provides advice in the areas of infrastructure planning, operation, and maintenance which have the potential to affect the availability and reliability of telecommunication services. Owner of the physical network topology design and specifications to maintain the integrity of the network environment. Participates in various projects to continually improve/upgrade the Telecommunications network infrastructure. This is a hybrid role. The first three months are full time in the office.
Essential Functions:
Engineering of telecommunications systems and or services/circuits for Substation Communications. Typically involves multiplexers and associated fiber. Activities include, but are not limited to the following:
Develops communications scope and determines schedule activities
Develops bid specifications
Develops engineering design documentation/drawings
Reviews and provides comments on design documentation produced by outside engineering firms
Procurement of communications materials
Coordination with outside plant fiber contractors
Analysis of fiber testing, validation of acceptance testing
Participates in the implementation and support of plans for Corporate/Enterprise telecommunications networks and services. Activities include, but are not limited to:
Researches and analyzes customer business applications to determine functional requirements
Collects network performance statistics
Identifies potential improvements to communication systems to improve reliability, effectiveness, and efficiency
Conducts engineering economic analyses of system alternatives
Provides consultation and support and demonstrates the ability to effectively define and communicate problems, options, and recommended solutions
Maintains awareness of and ensures compliance with the following:
ANSI, NESC and IEEE standards relating to telecommunications
Federal Communications Commission and local regulatory siting regulations
Company safety procedures
Corporate accounting requirements for telecommunications projects
Provides second level support Technical Service to support internal personnel for problems related to telecommunication systems
Coordinates and reviews the performance of third-party and outside vendors
Acts as representative to Shared Telecommunication Network (STN) Technical Committee
Qualifications:
Experience:
Three (3) to five (5) years related experience
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, IT or related technical field
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
Knowledge of telecommunication systems
Knowledge of Federal and State regulatory criteria and industry standards pertaining to applications, design, installation, and operations of telecommunication systems
Knowledge of Accounting and Engineering Economic Theory and practice
Knowledgeable of current Telecommunications issues, practices, technology, and related developments
Compensation and Benefits:
- Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position starts at $90,580 and the market rate is $100,640, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
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Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO 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
Vaccination Information:
Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource’s HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.
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.
Overview
As an Eversource Engineer, you'll work with complex systems and equipment, while providing engineering and technical services to support our growing organization. We offer a unique and exciting opportunity to explore the best of both worlds, working both in the office and the field on a variety of interesting projects. Areas of expertise include designing new substations and infrastructure, analyzing systems and disruptions to service, working with transformers, engineering the electrical protection and control circuits that handle the flow of power, and dealing with acceptance testing of equipment, failures of equipment and analysis of system disturbances, LNG plant and gas distribution.
- Job type:Full time only
- Level:Entry, Mid, Senior, Executive
- Travel:Travel between CT/MA/NH may be required
About us
Success Profile
What makes a successful Engineer?
Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Analytical
- Problem Solver
- Team Player
- Digitally Savvy
- Collaborative
- Self-starter
Culture
- We are dedicated to our employees and customers;
- We live out our mission of delivering reliable energy and superior customer service in our daily work, in community service and leadership
- We are innovators in the field of clean energy
- We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued.
- We are on the cutting edge of engineering technology
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
Career Path
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Job Description
Specialist, Telecommunications (Hybrid)
04/20/2023Locations: Manchester, New Hampshire
Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here!
Role and Scope of Position:
Responsible for the planning and engineering design for assigned projects supported by telecom engineering. Primarily involves projects to provide/deliver communication services to or between electric substations. Provides support directly or in collaboration with Technical Services personnel in performing root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and repair of active hardware to meet business requirements. Provides advice in the areas of infrastructure planning, operation, and maintenance which have the potential to affect the availability and reliability of telecommunication services. Owner of the physical network topology design and specifications to maintain the integrity of the network environment. Participates in various projects to continually improve/upgrade the Telecommunications network infrastructure. This is a hybrid role. The first three months are full time in the office.
Essential Functions:
Engineering of telecommunications systems and or services/circuits for Substation Communications. Typically involves multiplexers and associated fiber. Activities include, but are not limited to the following:
Develops communications scope and determines schedule activities
Develops bid specifications
Develops engineering design documentation/drawings
Reviews and provides comments on design documentation produced by outside engineering firms
Procurement of communications materials
Coordination with outside plant fiber contractors
Analysis of fiber testing, validation of acceptance testing
Participates in the implementation and support of plans for Corporate/Enterprise telecommunications networks and services. Activities include, but are not limited to:
Researches and analyzes customer business applications to determine functional requirements
Collects network performance statistics
Identifies potential improvements to communication systems to improve reliability, effectiveness, and efficiency
Conducts engineering economic analyses of system alternatives
Provides consultation and support and demonstrates the ability to effectively define and communicate problems, options, and recommended solutions
Maintains awareness of and ensures compliance with the following:
ANSI, NESC and IEEE standards relating to telecommunications
Federal Communications Commission and local regulatory siting regulations
Company safety procedures
Corporate accounting requirements for telecommunications projects
Provides second level support Technical Service to support internal personnel for problems related to telecommunication systems
Coordinates and reviews the performance of third-party and outside vendors
Acts as representative to Shared Telecommunication Network (STN) Technical Committee
Qualifications:
Experience:
Three (3) to five (5) years related experience
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications, Engineering, IT or related technical field
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
Knowledge of telecommunication systems
Knowledge of Federal and State regulatory criteria and industry standards pertaining to applications, design, installation, and operations of telecommunication systems
Knowledge of Accounting and Engineering Economic Theory and practice
Knowledgeable of current Telecommunications issues, practices, technology, and related developments
Compensation and Benefits:
- Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position starts at $90,580 and the market rate is $100,640, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits.
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
#engajd
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO 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
Vaccination Information:
Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment. If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource’s HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.
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.