Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.
The Associate Engineer in Telecom Engineering is responsible for the Engineering and Design of Fiber Optic Networks and associated Communication Systems that provide the Enterprise and Operational communication services within Eversource.
The Associate Engineer will develop detailed engineering design documentation and specifications for the Eversource communications infrastructure. Primarily this will include being the assigned telecom engineer for Substation and or Fiber/Line projects. The Associate Engineer will work with other disciplines to develop scope, specifications, design, and schedule necessary to deliver reliable and complaint solutions. This is a hybrid role. The first three months will be full time in the office.
Qualifications:
Education:
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Telecommunications/Network Engineering, or an associated discipline from an accredited engineering school is preferred. Requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
Experience:
- 0-3 years of related experience is required.
- Base knowledge and interest in communications multiplexers/systems, network equipment and associated circuits is preferred.
- Prior knowledge and experience with one or more of the following desirable:
> Communication Assisted Protective Relaying Schemes
> Electric utility communication systems (SONET multiplexers and basic IP networking)
> Electric utility communication circuits (RS232, DTT, NX64, C37.94)
> Design drafting, AutoCAD
> Outside Plant Fiber (OPGW and ADSS)
> DWDM/CWDM/WDM
> GIS Based tools (OSPInsight, NMT, Esri based applications)
> NPCC compliance requirements
Working Conditions:
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
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:
$82,800.00-$92,000.00Worker 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 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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited engineering school
- 0-3 years of related experience
- Availability for emergency restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location
- Availability to travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Telecommunications/Network Engineering, or a related discipline
- Base knowledge and interest in communications multiplexers, communication systems, network equipment, and associated circuits
- Knowledge or experience with communication-assisted protective relaying schemes
- Knowledge or experience with electric utility communication systems, including SONET multiplexers and basic IP networking
- Knowledge or experience with electric utility communication circuits, including RS232, DTT, NX64, and C37.94
- Experience with design drafting and AutoCAD
- Experience with outside plant fiber, including OPGW and ADSS
- Experience with DWDM, CWDM, or WDM
- Experience with GIS-based tools, including OSPInsight, NMT, or Esri applications
- Knowledge of NPCC compliance requirements
Eversource Energy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Eversource Energy and has not been reviewed or approved by Eversource Energy.
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Retirement Support — The package combines a substantial 401(k) match with a cash-balance pension, offering strong long-term savings support. Eligibility and contribution levels can vary by role and classification, but the overall retirement design stands out as a core strength.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is broad, spanning medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and company HSA contributions for eligible plans. This depth of coverage is often highlighted as a strong component of the total-rewards offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off provisions include ten paid holidays, vacation that accrues with years of service, and floating holidays. These elements expand the package beyond core medical benefits and support planned time away from work.
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What We Do
Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor’s 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England’s largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 3.7 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team- diverse, talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.
