Transmission Systems Operator Trainee

Eversource Energy • Boston, MA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered. This position is self-directed and has the responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. This position is also responsible for monitoring and controlling Eversource’s Electric Transmission System on a continuous basis during normal and emergency conditions to ensure safe, reliable, and economic operations. Issues clearances and switching orders and directs the tagging of transmission equipment. Directs the restoration of the transmission system following a major system outage, load shedding, or blackout. Using Energy Management System (EMS) software, this position evaluates transmission system reliability then develops and implements appropriate action plans. Ensures transmission system activities and conditions are communicated and coordinated with ISO-NE, other Control Centers, and Eversource personnel.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of utility transmission system design, operations, maintenance and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes.
• Ability to use Energy Management System Software, interpret results, and initiate appropriate actions.
• Ability to use PC desktop applications (e.g. Microsoft Word and Excel).
• Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline plus five years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position OR Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related discipline plus seven years of experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position OR minimum of nine years experience in Transmission, Distribution, Generation Dispatch or Generation Operations position.
• Must successfully pass Transmission Operator Assessment.
• Must successfully complete NERC Certified System Operator Examination and obtain a NERC Transmission Operator Certification within six months of employment or date accepted position. Certification must be maintained in accordance with NERC and Company requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement real-time actions and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System.
• Monitor and control Eversource’s Electric Transmission System on a continuous basis during normal and emergency conditions to ensure safe, reliable, and economic operations.
• Issue clearances and switching orders and direct the tagging of transmission equipment.
• Direct the restoration of the transmission system following a major system outage, load shedding, or blackout.
• Evaluate transmission system reliability using Energy Management System (EMS) software and develop and implement appropriate action plans.
• Communicate and coordinate transmission system activities and conditions with ISO-NE, other Control Centers, and Eversource personnel.
• Respond to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs, which may include an Emergency Restoration assignment outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree