Senior Electrical Engineer

Ludlow, MA

The  Massachusetts  Municipal  Wholesale  Electric  Company (MMWEC)  brings  a  competitive  edge  to  Massachusetts municipal utilities. We plan, develop and manage energy resources in an evolving marketplace that requires high levels of innovation and expertise. All while remaining dedicated to providing municipal utility customers with low-cost, low carbon and reliable electricity.

We are currently seeking an Engineering Supervisor.  This individual will be responsible for providing technical expertise on our various generation assets and oversight of MMWEC’s engineering team.  Also, this position will serve as a driver on our Emerging Technologies Team and provide technical support for grid modernization, distributed generation and demand response efforts.  Areas of focus will include mechanical, electrical and controls engineering.

 PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide engineering and technical support for the 500+ MW Combined Cycle and Peaking power plant on property (Stony Brook Energy Center)
  • Provide technical knowledge and collaboration on all emerging technology project initiatives from inception to implementation, with a focus on demand management, grid modernization and decarburization
  • Manage Berkshire Wind Project; 20 MW wind farm with 10 turbines
  • Assist with budget oversight, capital planning and ongoing operations of various generation assets
  • Provide engineering and technical assistance; support for permitting, scheduling, specifications, bidding, bid evaluations, budget management. Also, contracts, construction, testing and commissioning
  • Assist with obtaining State and Federal grants to help incentivize and subsidize new initiatives for MMWEC
  • Serve as MMWEC representative on the NEPOOL Reliability Committees. Assist in policy and reliability evaluations effecting MMWEC generation assets and municipal utility load centers

 TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering Discipline required
  • 5 to 10 years of job related experience 
  • Special licenses/certificates: Registered Professional Engineer is desirable.  PMP Certification is desirable. Must be certifiable through Veriforce for of pipeline operations and maintenance
  • Must be experienced and knowledgeable in engineering, operations, maintenance, safety, training, design, construction and quality assurance as they pertain to power plants and generation assets
  • Effective Project Management and Supervisorial Skills; Ability to supervise a team of contractors, consultants, and engineering staff to achieve corporate goals. As well, as ability to manage finances
  • Experience with design to meet Codes requirements. Knowledge or ASME, ANSI, ASTM, NFPA, IEEE, NACE standards related to power generation and transmission sector a plus

BENEFITS

  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits with low employee cost from day one
  • Retirement savings plan with a 6% company contribution and up to an additional 3% company match
  • Earned vacation time, sick time, and 11 paid holidays
  • Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. So, if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) eagerly accepts applications for employment from all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, GINA, marital status, gender identity, age, ancestry, veteran status, mental or physical disability, and political belief or affiliation.


JOB CODE: 124