Principal Engineer Transmission System Planning (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy•Hartford, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The electric power system is undergoing a historic transformation. Driven by state and federal energy policies, coupled with changing economics and capabilities of emerging technologies, the Transmission System Planning department plays a pivotal role in enabling this transformation. The Principal Engineer-Transmission Planning will conduct detailed technical modeling and analysis, perform as project leader, and carry out assignments requiring mastery of the following subject matter. The Principal Engineer must have extensive experience with modeling and planning the bulk electric power system, exhibit strong technical skills to apply to long-range load forecasting, testing and planning, and leverage company and industry data to anticipate optimal design for infrastructure improvements such as AC transmission lines, battery storage, FACTS devices, Inverter-Based Resources (IBR), etc. Studies will be conducted in adherence to criteria from Eversource, ISO-New England, Northeast Power Coordination Council (NPCC), and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC).

Requirements

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.
Advanced technical understanding of HVDC and inverter-based resource parameters and modeling, including extensive simulation experience in weak grid systems.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
Essential Software Proficiency includes PSSE, PSCAD, Microsoft Office 365; Word, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, OneDrive.
Experience required applying NERC TPL, NPCC, and ISO-NE planning procedures.
Follows Eversource’s Codes of Conduct, Business Ethics, Corporate Governence, Environmental and Safety policies.
Master’s degree in engineering or science field required.
Minimum of ten years specialized experience in transmission planning, software simulations, and IBR modeling

Nice To Haves

Programming experience highly desirable: Python, VBA.
Simulation software highly desirable: ASPEN Oneliner, EMTP (ATP), TARA, PI Processbook.
Ph.D. degree in engineering preferred.
PE License preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, perform reliability and/or strategic scenario-based planning driven studies variety of existing and forecast system conditions.
These studies include voltage, thermal, PV, transfer limit, short circuit, electromagnetic transient and stability assessments.
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.
Document and communicate results and recommendations as appropriate including data manipulation, report writing, and summary presentations.
Collaborate with cross-functional groups to develop long-range planning criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies, including but not limited to photovoltaic solar (PV), electric vehicles (EV), and battery storage.
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.
Mentor and provide and technical training to other engineers.
Perform an emergent storm assignment as needed during times of inclement weather or adverse system conditions.