Distribution System Modeling and Automation Engineer (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive eligibility

Competitive total rewards

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking an Engineer to join the Advanced Modeling and Forecasting Team within System Planning. The role emphasizes hands-on Synergi Electric modeling, MATLAB automation, and model governance to support distribution planning and regulatory analyses.

Responsibilities include developing scenario-based analyses, automating solver execution, and producing decision-ready reports. The position requires MATLAB/Simulink proficiency, Eversource familiarity with DER integration, and

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in distribution system planning, analysis, and operation.
• Hands-on experience with Synergi Electric distribution system modeling and Solver workflows.
• Experience with 8760-hour simulations and time series processing.
• Proficiency in MATLAB programming and Simulink simulations, including automation and batch processing.
• Knowledge of Synergi Electric–PSCAD workflows and EMT studies is preferred.
• Familiarity with large datasets, IT-aligned modeling workflows, and version-controlled code.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced Synergi Electric studies: 8760-hour analyses, N-1 contingency, fault current and protection studies.
• Develop and execute scenario-based planning analyses comparing wires vs. non-wires solutions.
• Interpret results and provide defensible technical recommendations to planners and leadership.
• Support medium- and long-range distribution planning studies and identify system constraints.
• Automate Synergi Electric Solver execution and batch processing of large study sets.
• Postprocess and visualize results and maintain documentation.

Skills

Synergi Electric

MATLAB

Simulink

PSCAD

SQL

Automation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or quantitative field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Synergi Electric

Synergi Electric Solver

MATLAB

PSCAD

SQL databases

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: 3

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.

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