Senior Engineer, Integrated Energy Planning (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Westwood, MA

21h•$129,450 - $143,830•Hybrid

About The Position

As a member of the Integrated Energy Planning Team, the Senior Engineer works on targeted electrification and non-pipeline alternative studies. The role serves as a project leader and performs assignments requiring mastery of the subject matter, including extensive experience modeling and planning electric distribution lines and distribution substation facilities. The position applies strong technical skills in electric power system design and advanced knowledge of utility electric power system data and model maintenance. The Senior Engineer contributes to developing processes, documentation, and reports, and builds detailed knowledge of gas planning. In collaboration with forecasting and modeling subject matter experts, the Integrated Planning team develops software capabilities and data analytics to address integrated planning challenges. The role also supports regulatory filings, presents recommendations to management, and represents the department and company on committees. The position requires availability for emergency restoration assignments and travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary. Eversource does not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position. The role is a regular position with one opening. Salary is commensurate with experience, with a potential incentive, and the stated annual salary range is $129,450 to $143,830.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in Engineering required; Electrical, Mechanical, or Electric Power Systems preferred.
At least five years of related experience in planning, design, or operations, with thorough knowledge of system planning.
Knowledge of electric simulation software models and power distribution systems analysis, including load-flow, transient, and 8760-hour simulation, or similar hydraulic simulation applications.
Knowledge of technologies including photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, and battery storage.
Knowledge of techniques for planning expansion of distribution lines and distribution substation facilities.
Knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning an electric power supply system.
Knowledge of distribution line design and operating practices.
Familiarity with non-pipeline alternatives (NPA).
Knowledge of gas systems and an understanding of gas planning processes.
Knowledge of National, State, and other planning standards.
Good written and oral communication skills, including formal presentations.
Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop strategic partnerships.
Ability to achieve results by setting high standards for self and others and accepting responsibility for outcomes.
Availability for emergency restoration assignments as required.
Ability to travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Electrical, Mechanical, or Electric Power Systems engineering background preferred.
Knowledge related to electric or gas facilities preferred.
Basic coding knowledge, preferably Python or Matlab.
Desire to further grow knowledge of new technologies, distribution expansion planning techniques, electrical theory, and distribution line design and operating practices.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed distribution planning studies for targeted electrification and Non-Pipeline Alternatives (NPA), and prepare documentation to secure budget authorization for necessary transmission, distribution, and gas infrastructure upgrades.
Support development of an integrated energy planning process and standard.
Conduct integrated energy planning studies, identify distribution system problems involving multiple feeders and substations, lead scenario-based planning studies, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions to maintain a reliable distribution system.
Prepare distribution network contingency studies, including N-1 and N-2 analyses; propose distribution solutions and associated overhead and underground feeder work.
Partner with other departments, including Distribution Engineering, Asset Management, Standards, and Transmission/Substation Engineering, to prepare economic analyses for integrated energy planning projects.
Coordinate closely with distribution system planning on medium-range (2–5 year) and long-range (5+ year) distribution plans.
Support community relations and regulatory affairs teams in communicating the company’s electrification pilots and NPA process.
Engage with Energy Efficiency, Modelling, and Advanced Forecasting teams on customer electrified loads.
Collaborate with cross-functional groups to develop multi-year targeted electrification projects.
Serve as a subject matter expert for the integrated energy planning tool and co-lead its scoping.
Manage backlog and priorities to ensure timely delivery of objectives.
Coordinate timelines and work priorities with stakeholders.
Deliver regular status reports.
Support documentation and testimony for regulatory filings.
Present recommendations and results to management at appropriate levels.
Represent the department and company on committees.
Be available for emergency restoration assignments as required.
Travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary.