Distribution System Modeling and Automation Engineer (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking an Engineer to join the Advanced Modeling and Forecasting Team within System Planning. You will perform hands-on Synergi Electric modeling and MATLAB-based automation to support distribution planning decisions across CT, MA, and NH.

The role emphasizes developing scalable workflows, validating studies, and delivering defendable results to planners and leadership, with opportunities to integrate PSCAD and IT-driven processes.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in utility power system planning, distribution engineering or related field.
• MATLAB and Simulink experience for automation and tool development.
• Experience with Synergi Electric simulations and EMT-related studies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced Synergi Electric studies (8760-hour thermal/voltage analyses, N-1 contingencies, fault current studies).
• Develop, execute, and document scenario-based planning analyses comparing wires and non-wires solutions.
• Interpret results and provide defensible technical recommendations to planners and leadership.
• Automate Synergi Electric Solver execution and batch large-scale studies in MATLAB.
• Support model management, governance, and data exchange with PSCAD; promote standardized workflows.

Skills

Synergi Electric modeling

MATLAB programming

Simulink

PSCAD

SQL databases

Data analysis

Verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Synergi Electric

MATLAB

Simulink

PSCAD

Job description

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.

Role and Scope of Position:

The Engineer will be part of the Advanced Modeling and Forecasting Team within the System Planning organization. This position focuses on advanced Synergi Electric modeling, special study modeling and MATLAB-based automation and model management capabilities. A large portion of this role is dedicated to hands on Synergi Electric modeling and special studies, including capacity relief, contingency analysis, fault current analysis. The remaining part of the role focuses on automation, standardization, and model management, including MATLAB based automation of the Synergi Electric Solver, execution of large scale studies, and support of Synergi model governance functions. The incumbent will support Eversource's strategy to deliver technically rigorous, repeatable, and defensible planning studies, working across System Planning, Distribution Engineering, DER Planning, Reliability and Resiliency, and IT. This role directly supports distribution investment decisions, regulatory facing analysis, and long range system planning.

Essential Functions:

• Perform advanced Synergi Electric special studies, including:
  • 8760-hour thermal and voltage analyses
  • N-1 contingency studies
  • Fault current and protection-related studies
• Develop, execute, and document scenario-based planning analyses comparing wires and non-wires solutions under varying load growth, DER adoption, and contingency conditions.
• Interpret modeling results and provide clear, defensible technical recommendations to planners, engineers, and leadership.
• Support medium-and long-range distribution planning studies, including capacity, asset performance, and system constraint identification.
• Apply advanced MATLAB programming and software development practices to:
  • Automate Synergi Electric Solver execution
  • Conduct batch execution of large-scale studies (e.g., 8760, contingency sets)
  • Postprocess and visualize results
• Support and enhance Synergi Electric Model Management functions, including automation around model setup, versioning, execution, and results tracking.
• Support integration between Synergi Electric and PSCAD, including model preparation, execution support, and data exchange for electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align assumptions, modeling inputs, and methodologies.
• Develop and maintain standardized and automated workflows to improve efficiency, consistency, and auditability of special studies.
• Produce decision-ready reports, visualizations, and technical documentation.
• Support task and project execution using enterprise tools (e.g., Jira).
• Promote best practices in distribution modeling, automation, and model governance across the organization.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

• Strong foundational understanding of distribution system planning, analysis, and operation Hands-on experience with Synergi Electric distribution system modeling, Synergi Electric Solver workflows, including special studies.
• Demonstrated experience performing:
  • 8760-hour simulations
  • Time series processing
  • Fault current and protection-related studies
• Required skills in MATLAB programming and Simulink simulations, including:
  • Automating Synergi Electric Solver execution
  • Batch processing of large study sets
  • Postprocessing and visualization of modeling results
• Develop maintainable, tested, and version-controlled MATLAB code for Synergi Electric automation, large-scale batch studies, postprocessing, visualization, and reusable analysis workflows.
• Integration of agentic and AI-based workflows in MATLAB.
• Experience with Synergi Electric-PSCAD workflows and support of EMT-related studies is required or strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Synergi Model Management capabilities and automation of model lifecycle functions.
• Knowledge of electric distribution system planning, including load growth, DER integration, voltage performance, and system constraints.
• Ability to work with large and complex datasets and perform critical analysis of results.
• Experience with SQL databases or structured enterprise data sources is a plus.
• Understanding of IT-aligned modeling workflows, documentation standards, and controlled execution environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills for conveying technical results to varied audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across planning, engineering, and IT organizations.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or quantitative field preferred. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

3+ years of professional experience in the utility industry, power system planning, distribution engineering, power system analysis, or a closely related field, with demonstrated responsibility for complex modeling studies and automation deliverables. Candidates should be able to demonstrate professional ownership of MATLAB-based tools or automation workflows, including requirements interpretation, code design, testing, documentation, troubleshooting, and support for end users or engineering stakeholders. Professional-level MATLAB and Simulink experience. Experience with SQL and database technologies (e.g., MS SQL). Demonstrated experience with Synergi Electric special studies in a planning or operational support context. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Work samples will be requested on demand.

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Competencies:

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $100,490.00-$111,660.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor:

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Who we are:

Eversource Energy (NYSE:ES), a Fortune 500 and Standard & Poor's 500 energy company based in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire, operates New England's largest energy delivery system. Eversource is committed to safety, reliability, environmental leadership and stewardship, and expanding energy options for its 4.3 million electric and natural gas customers. We are a company dedicated to our customers, communities and employees. We know that our success depends on the best efforts of our engaged team-talented and dedicated individuals who take pride in their work, know and exhibit the value of teamwork and collaboration, and support each other in working safely every day.