ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - COMMUNICATIONS

JOB TITLE:                  ELECTRICAL ENGINEER - COMMUNICATIONS

LOCATION:                  HAMPDEN OPERATIONS CENTER

REPORTS TO:             ASSISTANT MANAGER, ENGINEERING

POSITION STATUS:    EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT

Be a part of the energy that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine. 

Versant Power continues to provide efficient, safe, and reliable delivery of electricity to customers in northern and eastern Maine, while never losing sight of safety, quality, accountability, integrity, and innovation, for over 100 years.

We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day, to deliver something more powerful than power alone. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the general direction of the Assistant Manager of Engineering, this position encompasses electrical engineering duties under a variety of focus areas. including transmission and distribution protection analysis, substation planning, design, specifications, procurement, and commissioning. 

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understand one-lines, three-lines, schematic diagrams, wiring and connection diagrams for area of Engineering focus.
• Project management responsibilities, where applicable, including fiscal control, reporting and closing of projects.
• Understand the use of technical test equipment and oversight of the associated data and results. 
• Interact with area field personnel, providing Engineering oversight and technical assistance as needed.
• Understanding of applicable standards and regulations per specific focus area of Electrical Engineering.
• Ability to develop solutions per system needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other Engineers and other departments.
• Understanding basic electrical theory and the application to a Power Utility.

FOCUS AREA – COMMUNICATION:

• Engineering design, material specification, cost estimates, justification and procurement for capital projects driven by customers or internal capital requests for sub stations, communication sites, AMI infrastructure.
• Perform Fiber Optic Network Design, testing and troubleshooting.
• Perform system maintenance for communications systems including microwave, SONET, and radio.
• Work with vendors on two-way radio systems maintenance and ongoing improvements.
• Working with the Legal department, develop and administer various lease agreements, such as communications site leases and fiber leases with other companies.
• Perform radio propagation and Path Design.
• Install and commission communication circuits over ICON and JMUX SONET Networks.

REQUIRED OR PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology required. Related field experience in focus area will be considered.
• Experience with PC based software including excel spreadsheets, AutoCAD, CYME & CAPE preferred.  
• Position requires identity verification and seven-year criminal background check with update at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards. 
• Maine driver’s license required. 

PERSONAL QUALITIES: 

• Demonstrated initiative in recognizing opportunities for improvement and efficiency
• Proven ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external parties; this includes excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Able to deal with ambiguity, among multiple projects and competing priorities

NOTES:

• Position requires sitting, standing, driving, and walking on uneven terrain. 
• Routine work outside required. 
• Position requires concentration and strong organizational skills 
• Versant Power is a tobacco free and fragrance-free workplace. 
• Usual work hours are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Extra hours are required.
• Other related duties as assigned, including designated duties associated with System Restoration.   

RATE OF PAY:

Salary Level is commensurate with experience and qualifications. 

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Non-Bargaining Unit, Regular and Term employees who have at least six (6) months satisfactory job performance and attendance records in their current job are eligible to apply for posted positions.

This job description is subject to change at any time. 

Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free and fragrance-free workplace.

Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted: 10/20/2025