Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Eversource Energy
Job overview
The Associate Telecommunications Engineer at Eversource Energy supports the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of telecommunications systems critical to business operations, ensuring network integrity and infrastructure upgrades.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves analyzing and maintaining copper, fiber optic, and microwave communication paths, preparing technical documentation, testing firewall policies, supporting technicians with test procedures, managing emergency spares inventory, and collaborating with IT for server support.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a salary range of $81,500 to $90,560, eligibility for potential incentives, and a competitive total rewards program including benefits detailed on the company's careers site.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 0-3 years of related experience; engineering design experience and knowledge of utility power systems and power-related software are preferred but not required.
Work environment and culture
Eversource Energy emphasizes emergency response readiness, equal opportunity employment, and a collaborative environment supporting continuous infrastructure improvement.
Company information
Eversource Energy is a utility company focused on power systems and telecommunications infrastructure supporting emergency response and business operations across MA, CT, and NH.
Job location and travel
The job requires travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire, with occasional to significant car travel; a valid driver's license is required.
Application process
Applicants must submit a resume with their application; no additional application steps or deadlines are specified.
Unique job features
The role includes unique responsibilities such as managing telecommunications for emergency response tactical trailers and Mobile Response Center vehicles, and working with advanced network technologies like fiber optics, microwave, MPLS, and SONET.
Company overview
Eversource Energy is a publicly traded utility company that provides electricity, natural gas, and water services to customers in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. The company generates revenue through the distribution and sale of these utilities, as well as through energy-related services. Founded in 1966, Eversource has a long history of mergers and acquisitions, including the notable merger with NSTAR in 2012, which expanded its service territory and customer base. The company is also committed to sustainability, investing in renewable energy projects and infrastructure improvements to enhance reliability and reduce environmental impact.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your foundational knowledge in telecommunications systems, focusing on installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fiber optics, microwave, and copper communication paths as described in the job.
Emphasize your ability to collaborate with technical teams, prepare detailed technical reports and schematics, and use tools like Wireshark for network traffic analysis to align with the role’s essential functions.
Apply through multiple channels including the Eversource Energy corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Associate Telecommunications Engineer position.
Connect with current employees in the telecommunications or engineering divisions at Eversource Energy on LinkedIn; ice breakers could include asking about recent network infrastructure projects or expressing interest in their emergency response communications systems.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'telecommunications infrastructure,' 'fiber optics,' 'microwave communication,' 'network troubleshooting,' and 'technical reporting' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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