Engineer- Energy Lab

03/09/2026

Locations: Shrewsbury, Massachusetts; East Berlin, Connecticut; Westwood, Massachusetts

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position.  Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.  This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).

Role and Scope of Position:

This position supports the Eversource Gas Energy Lab serving both Connecticut and Massachusetts. Individual is responsible for performing material failure investigations and identifying new tools, materials, and technologies that can aid the Company in performing work safely and more efficiently. This is for the purpose of determining the causes and contributing factor(s) of the failure or incident and minimizing the possibility of recurrence. Aids in the development of construction material and equipment standards. This position will be interacting and engaging with multiple levels of personnel from field supervision to leadership team members. Contributes to the development of lessons learned from post-failure or incident reviews. Works in support of qualifying new tools/materials for use.

Essential Functions: 

·Individual receives, cleans, inspects, tests, and analyzes new tools/materials and equipment failures.

·Uses reasoning to perform analysis related to laboratory and field testing.

·Performs equipment calibrations, maintenance, and repairs.

·Maintains paperwork and other electronic records for materials and equipment.

·Maintains a clean and organized laboratory environment.

·Responsible for the evaluation, specification, procurement, installation, operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

·Provides as needed support during incident investigation and incident analysis.

·Performs other duties as directed by the Lead Engineer.

·Solves complex technical problems requiring recognized expertise regarding structural/material analysis and equipment qualification.

·Responsible for conducting destructive and non-destructive examinations of tools, materials, failure analysis, testing and simulations.

·Contributes to the evaluation and selection of technology and equipment for the system.

·Accountable for root-cause analysis, development, and implementation of corrective actions.

·Responsible for preparing and issuing reports documenting studies performed, including results, lessons learned and recommendations.

·Maintains knowledge of industry best practices, trends, industry-related regulatory and legislative changes impacting Compliance and Risk Management.

·Communicates in writing and verbally in a clear, effective and timely manner.

·Will be assigned an ERP role and will support Gas or Electric during any ERP or Work Continuation event as required.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

·Ability to provide both strategic insight and perform detail-based analysis.

·Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

·Ability to communicate and interact effectively with employees, contractors, customers, municipal officials, business organizations, environmental groups, and community-based organizations.

·Understanding of Federal and state (CT and MA) compliance and regulatory requirements.

·Must be extremely proficient in all MS Office functions, and able to swiftly adapt to current software tools such as Power Bi and Power Automate.

·Demonstrated strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

·Demonstrated ability to be self-managed and apply skills in problem solving and decision making.

• Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Laboratory Science, Process Safety) required.

• Three(3)- Five (5) years of experience. Relevant experience and ability to read and interpret engineering documents and drawings. Previous failure analysis, testing, quality control, and risk management experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

• This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing. A positive drug test will result in disciplinary action.

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing, walking and climbing stairs. It also includes field visits which may include construction sites, rough terrain and production facilities. Job requires traveling to other operating districts and companies within and outside of the state.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable

• accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

• The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Occasionally exposed to explosive gas, high-noise levels, and traffic and construction site hazards.

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

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

Please submit a resume with your application.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

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:

$100,490.00-$111,660.00

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. 

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.

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