Senior Engineer, Transmission System Planning (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy•Hartford, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Engineer in System Planning provides transmission focused subject matter expertise in power system studies and project development by carrying out assignments associated with the modeling and development of the transmission system. The role requires extensive experience associated with the modeling, analyses, and planning level designs of transmission lines and substation facilities in an electric power system. Typical reliability studies include analyses of power flow, transient stability, short circuit, and electromagnetic transients. This position also represents the company on regional and national transmission committees regarding transmission planning matters for New England Power Pool (NEPOOL), North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), New England Power Coordination Council (NPCC), and Independent System Operators of New England (ISO-NE).

Requirements

Knowledge with power system transmission analysis tools such as PSSE, TARA, ASPEN, PSCAD, or other similar analysis software
Knowledge of programming language such as Python
Knowledge of new technologies including but not limited to photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, and battery
Knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning an electric power supply system
Knowledge of National, State and other planning standards and reliability criteria
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
Skill in working cross functionally
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical preferred
Five plus years of directly related experience

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the system models for transmission studies including collection, review and/or modification of a variety of electric system parameters: equipment ratings, impedances, contingency sets, protection and control parameters, as well as system topology
Conducts adequacy assessments and develop options to meet delivery objectives with latitude for independent action and decision making. Typical reliability studies include analyses of power flow, transient stability, short circuit, and electromagnetic transients.
Identifies key technical issues and develops solutions
Responsible to understand, interpret and apply industry and corporate transmission planning standards and the regulations of Federal, State and Local authorities
Represents the department and the company on various industry related committees
Participates with other utilities and the planning staff of the Independent System Operator (ISO) in the preparation of regional transmission expansion studies
Employs teamwork with engineers in System Planning, Transmission Asset Strategy, and engineers and operating personnel elsewhere in Electric Operations in performing analyses and providing technical support in planning and operational environments
Plans, develops and collaborates in the implementation and management of the life cycle plan for transmission assets
Communicates clearly and effectively verbally and in writing the results of analyses and action plan
Contributes to the development of the budget for the Electric Operations through cost-effective programs and projects to meet customer and system needs
Trains junior staff in technical analyses and procedures