Manager, Transmission Planning
ISO New England•Windsor, CT
•Hybrid
About The Position
The primary role of this position is to provide technical leadership, management oversight and stakeholder support in planning for a reliable bulk electric power system in New England and Northeastern North America. This is achieved by planning, controlling, coordinating, and managing the reliability assessment process under the ISO-NE Tariff.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering is required.
- Thorough knowledge of electric power system network analysis, transmission planning and assessment techniques, and transmission system reliability standards.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering or an MBA.
- Supervisory experience in the power systems field.
- Registered Professional Engineer.
- Ten to fifteen years of experience in electric utility system planning/operations planning.
- Knowledge of ISO-NE/NEPOOL organization and processes.
Responsibilities
- Managing, monitoring progress, evaluating performance, and leading the activities of Transmission Planning engineers.
- Ensuring compliance with NERC, NPCC, and ISO planning standards and requirements.
- Administering and coordinating regional reliability studies and processes, including Needs Assessments and Solutions Studies
- Reviewing New England transmission owners’ local system plans, and coordination of those plans with ISO-NE-led regional planning processes
- Reviewing New England transmission owners’ proposals and any associated studies
- Leading development, testing, and maintenance of automation tools used in System Planning studies
- Developing and presenting materials for the Planning Advisory Committee and supporting development of the annual Regional System Plan.
- Conducting analyses to support resolution of NEPOOL committee and regional transmission issues.
- Developing and recommending new business processes, and periodic review of existing business processes
- Updating and developing Planning Procedures
- Supporting the preparation and control of the Transmission Planning budget.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule with - 3 days/week onsite
- Distance-based relocation assistance available
- Base salary plus performance bonus program
- Professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Enhanced 401k and financial planning
- Wellness programs with onsite gym
- Onsite luncheon spaces with free coffee and a variety of dining options
- Flexible work hours
- Access to business networks & more
- Stable and supportive work environment!
- Annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- A 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
- Critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid leave
- Employee assistance program
- Other great company perks
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
Upload and Match Resume
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
