Eversource Energy · 10 hours ago
Senior Engineer, Distribution System Planning (Hybrid)
Westwood, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$126K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expEversource Energy is a leading energy provider, and they are seeking a Senior Engineer for Distribution System Planning. The role involves leading planning studies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure a reliable distribution system while integrating new technologies.
DeliveryElectrical DistributionEnergyEnergy EfficiencyNatural ResourcesOil and GasRenewable EnergyStaffing Agency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Identifies Distribution System problems involving multiple feeders and substations, leads and conducts scenario-based planning studies, evaluates alternatives and recommends appropriate solutions to ensure a reliable distribution system
Develop medium (2-5 year) and long (5+ year) range distribution plans involving load relief, capacity, asset related issues, and large DER integration
Collaborate with multiple cross-functional groups in developing a long-range planning criterion for integrating and enabling two-way communication of new technologies, including photovoltaic solar (PV), electric vehicles (EV), and battery storage
Prepare contingency studies for distribution networks including N-1 and N-2 analysis
Propose new distribution substation and associated OH and UG feeders
Perform area wide voltage and power factor studies, recommending findings to distribution engineering and operations
Leads or conducts forecast studies to determine loads used in distribution planning studies
Partners with other departments (Distribution Engineering, Asset Management, Standards, Transmission/Substation engineering, etc.) to prepare economic analysis for complex projects; recommends the allocation of costs for facilities used jointly with other utilities
Recommends project priorities for the capital construction program financial review
Conducts and/or manages the studies required to support the need for facilities, the evaluation of alternatives and the preferred solution contained in chapters, reports and testimony for distribution applications for proceedings before regulatory agencies
Prepares distribution related documentation and/or testimony to support regulatory filings
Effective communication, support and implementation with distribution customers pertaining to proposed facilities
Provides leadership in coordinating multiple cross-functional groups, and positive guidance for engineers
Presents recommendations and/or results to all levels of management as appropriate
Represents the department and the company on various committees
Recommends the development and/or changes as appropriate of criteria and standards for distribution planning
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required, Electric Power Systems preferred
Minimum of five (5) years related experience in planning, design, and operations related to distribution line and distribution substation facilities, with a thorough knowledge of power system planning
Working knowledge of electric simulation software models and power distribution systems analysis, including load-flow, transient, and 8760-hours simulation
Experience with industry-standard distribution planning tools such as CYME or Synergi for feeder modeling, load flow analysis, contingency evaluation, and DER integration studies
Knowledge of new technologies including but not limited to photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, and battery storage
Knowledge of the techniques for planning the expansion of distribution lines and distribution substation facilities
Advanced knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning an electric power supply system
Advanced knowledge of distribution line design and operating practices
Knowledge of National, State and other planning standards
Good written and oral communication skills, including formal presentation
Excellent team skills
Effective interpersonal skills, ability to develop strategic partnerships
Ability to achieve desired results by setting high standards for self and others, and accepts responsibility for outcomes
Preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Registered Professional Engineer in Connecticut, Massachusetts or New Hampshire is desirable
Benefits
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.
Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs.
This position is eligible for a potential incentive.
Company
Eversource Energy
Eversource transmits and delivers electricity and natural gas for more than 3.6 million electric and natural gas customers.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.49BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-10-17Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-03-04Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2024-08-19Grant· $89M
Leadership Team
Thomas May
President and CEO
Paul Chodak III
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
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