Manager - Protection and Controls Engineering (Hybrid)
01/14/2026Locations Westwood, Massachusetts
Job Description
Manager - Protection and Controls Engineering (Hybrid)
01/14/2026Locations: 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:The incumbent plans, coordinates and manages activities related to the engineering and design of protective relays and associated systems for the transmission system in Eastern Massachusetts (EMA).
Essential Functions:
Manages the work activities of personnel assigned to the EMA Protection & Controls Engineering section. Ensures projects undertaken are in accordance with Transmission and Distribution Engineering and Eversource goals and objectives.
Develops employees through the use of performance management, coaching, and, as appropriate, rotational assignments.
Manage the planning and execution of transmission and distribution projects involving system protection, controls, SCADA and disturbance monitoring equipment including electrical design, development of setting calculations, setting records, short circuit studies, relay telecommunications design, secondary thermal ratings information, and support for field resources during construction. Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.
Ensure designs and settings are in compliance with regulatory (e.g., NPCC, ISO-NE), and Eversource standards.
Support P&C system reliability improvement efforts by ensuring identified corrective actions are taken and support proper reporting internally and externally.
Manages the writing of the protection system contributions to engineering descriptions and substation operating instructions. Ensure documents are accurate and are prepared in a timely manner.
Manage Department expense and capital budgets
Manage outside engineering vendor resources needed to achieve the T&D capital plan.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Strong knowledge of protective relaying.
Detailed knowledge of transmission and distribution power systems engineering and operation.
Supervisory and business planning skills.
Working knowledge of information technology and the use of Eversource office automation and information systems.
Strong knowledge of ASPEN Short Circuit Modeling Programs is preferred.
Familiarity with Doble PowerBase Database tools is a plus.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Degree in Electric Power Engineering is preferred
Experience:
Minimum of ten (10) years related experience with P&C engineering.
At least three years of experience in management or leadership capacity preferred.
Licenses:
PE License preferred
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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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:
$156,240.00-$173,600.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency 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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As an Engineer at Eversource, you'll collaborate with industry leaders and play a key role in driving the transition from a fossil fuel-powered grid to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. You'll work on cutting-edge projects involving large-scale solar photovoltaics, offshore wind, and electric energy storage. Eversource offers unique opportunities to engage with multiple engineering disciplines focused on the design, development, and maintenance of power distribution systems, substations, and transmission lines—helping shape the next generation of the electric grid.
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- Travel:Travel between CT/MA/NH may be required
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Job Description
Manager - Protection and Controls Engineering (Hybrid)
01/14/2026Locations: 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:The incumbent plans, coordinates and manages activities related to the engineering and design of protective relays and associated systems for the transmission system in Eastern Massachusetts (EMA).
Essential Functions:
Manages the work activities of personnel assigned to the EMA Protection & Controls Engineering section. Ensures projects undertaken are in accordance with Transmission and Distribution Engineering and Eversource goals and objectives.
Develops employees through the use of performance management, coaching, and, as appropriate, rotational assignments.
Manage the planning and execution of transmission and distribution projects involving system protection, controls, SCADA and disturbance monitoring equipment including electrical design, development of setting calculations, setting records, short circuit studies, relay telecommunications design, secondary thermal ratings information, and support for field resources during construction. Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget.
Ensure designs and settings are in compliance with regulatory (e.g., NPCC, ISO-NE), and Eversource standards.
Support P&C system reliability improvement efforts by ensuring identified corrective actions are taken and support proper reporting internally and externally.
Manages the writing of the protection system contributions to engineering descriptions and substation operating instructions. Ensure documents are accurate and are prepared in a timely manner.
Manage Department expense and capital budgets
Manage outside engineering vendor resources needed to achieve the T&D capital plan.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Strong knowledge of protective relaying.
Detailed knowledge of transmission and distribution power systems engineering and operation.
Supervisory and business planning skills.
Working knowledge of information technology and the use of Eversource office automation and information systems.
Strong knowledge of ASPEN Short Circuit Modeling Programs is preferred.
Familiarity with Doble PowerBase Database tools is a plus.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Degree in Electric Power Engineering is preferred
Experience:
Minimum of ten (10) years related experience with P&C engineering.
At least three years of experience in management or leadership capacity preferred.
Licenses:
PE License preferred
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
#LI-LM1
#LI-Hybrid
#engajd
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:
$156,240.00-$173,600.00Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1Emergency 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
