Sr Designer- Underground Transmission
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 16, 2026. Ever Source scores B on the Alion truth index.
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.
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.
We are seeking a skilled Senior Designer to join our Underground Transmission Line Engineering team. In this role, you will work on some of our most challenging and complex electrical drafting and design projects. You will create new drawings, revise existing ones, and support field verification activities. The Senior Designer also plays a key role in guiding and mentoring other drafting team members within the group.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong CAD experience, a keen attention to detail, and a desire to contribute to critical utility infrastructure projects.
Job Description
Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.
Senior Designer - Underground Transmission Line Engineering
Location: Westwood, MA
Department: Underground Transmission Line Engineering
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, or 8:00-4:30
Starting Rate of Pay: $49.51/hour (increases to $50.67 after six months)
Union Represented Position
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Senior Designer to join our Underground Transmission Line Engineering team. In this role, you will work on some of our most challenging and complex electrical drafting and design projects. You will create new drawings, revise existing ones, and support field verification activities. The Senior Designer also plays a key role in guiding and mentoring other drafting team members within the group.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong CAD experience, a keen attention to detail, and a desire to contribute to critical utility infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
Independently design, assemble, and prepare complex electrical drawings.
Update and revise existing utility and infrastructure drawings based on engineering changes and field conditions.
Perform field checks to ensure drawings accurately reflect site conditions.
Apply engineering practices and electric utility construction standards to assigned projects.
Organize, manage, and direct drafting workflow for assignments within this grade level.
Provide guidance and instruction to other drafting personnel as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to work in both office and field environments. Familiarity with engineering practices relevant to assigned projects and with electric utility construction methods and procedures. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage drafting assignments through completion following established practices and standards. Demonstrated interest and aptitude for advanced drafting and design work. Minimum of three (3) years of drafting and design experience using Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) software (Autodesk/AutoCAD). Civil 3D Experience is preferred.
Associate degree in Drafting, Survey Technology, or a related discipline required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Please submit a resume with your application.
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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
Build trusting relationships
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
2Emergency 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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