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Eversource Energy · 1 week ago

Senior Engineer, System Planning, Transmission (Hybrid)

Berlin, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$126K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Eversource Energy is undergoing a transformation in the electric power system, and they are seeking a Senior Engineer for their Transmission System Planning department. This role involves conducting technical modeling and analysis, providing engineering input for solutions, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure reliable future growth in the electric system.

DeliveryElectrical DistributionEnergyEnergy EfficiencyNatural ResourcesOil and GasRenewable EnergyStaffing Agency

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead, conduct and present scenario and probabilistic based planning studies under a variety of existing and forecast system conditions

Use technical experience to contribute sound engineering input to develop robust, reliable, low-cost solutions

Exchange results but also conduct critical review of data and assumptions from regional and industry stakeholders

Interface with ISO-New England, area transmission owners, and Eversource departments, such as: UG and OH engineering, Substation Technical, Distributed Energy Resource (DER), Operations, and other departments to understand and mitigate electric system needs, challenges, and enable reliable future growth

Coordinate and oversee studies performed by vendors and consultants, analyze assumptions and review conclusions to integrate into company initiatives

Prepare engineering output and summarize in reports, spreadsheets, and presentation to Eversource colleagues, management, industry groups and regional stakeholders

Collaborate with cross-functional groups to develop long-range planning standard and criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies, including but not limited to photovoltaic solar (PV), electric vehicles (EV), and battery storage

Support Eversource Control Room in long-term outage coordination study, short-circuit study and switching transient study

Work collaboratively with Substation Engineering, study and identify substation equipment specification, insulation coordination, overvoltage and overcurrent protection, harmonics and mitigation

Collaborate with ISO-NE, Academia and DOE National Labs on power system planning and operation technology strategy, research, and development

Actively represent Eversource on regional, national, and international committees and working groups such as NATF, IEEE, state public utility commissions

Demonstrate self-sufficiency and support Eversource team by demonstrating accountability, consistency, and cooperation with all departments

Conduct operation studies to validate and suggest operation procedures as needed

Mentor and provide and technical training to Junior/Associate engineers

Perform an emergent storm assignment as needed during times of inclement weather or adverse system conditions

Qualification

Power system modelingTransmission planningNERC TPL complianceElectrical theoryPSSE proficiencyPython programmingVBA programmingEMT transient analysisCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsTeamwork

Required

BSEE required with additional consideration given to applicants with Advanced Degrees or Certifications (e.g. MSEE, Ph.D., PE, etc.)

Minimum of five years specialized experience in transmission planning, operational study, EMT transient analysis, IBR modeling and simulation

Advanced knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning an electric power supply system

Detailed knowledge and experience producing results and conclusions using power system modeling and simulation software for steady state power flow, voltage, short circuit, stability, and electromagnetic transients (lightning/switching, TOV, TRV, Zero-miss etc)

Advanced technical understanding of inverter-based resource parameters and modeling, including extensive simulation experience

Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, both verbal and written

Essential Software Proficiency includes PSSE, TARA, PSCAD

Experience required applying NERC TPL, NPCC, and ISO-NE planning procedures

Experience applying ANSI, IEEE, and other industry standards in engineering design and system analysis

Follows Eversource's Codes of Conduct, Business Ethics, Environmental and Diversity Policies

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required

Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary