Senior Advisor, Transmission Strategy and Regulatory Engagement (hybrid schedule)

Eversource Energy; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Senior Advisor, Transmission Strategy and Regulatory Engagement in Hartford, CT. Under minimal supervision, you will review analyses of proposed transmission investments, develop and submit data, reports, and compliance filings to ISO New England and regulators, and represent Eversource in forums.

Strong communication and regulatory experience are essential. Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of related experience and advanced degrees in engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred.
• Master’s degree in engineering preferred.
• 5–8 years of related experience.
• Experience testifying in state or federal regulatory proceedings helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in key regional transmission planning efforts and interprets results for strategic insights.
• Reviews engineering studies and analyzes proposals, interpreting results for guidance.
• Analyzes federal, regional, and state policy proposals for impact on Eversource and customers.
• Develops policy positions and achieves consensus with internal stakeholders on strategy.
• Creates analytical products, visualizations, research, and advocacy materials to support recommendations.
• Represents Eversource on regional and national advisory committees; may serve as expert witness in regulatory proceedings.

Skills

Communication

Policy analysis

Regulatory engagement

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Master’s degree in engineering

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.

Eversource is looking for a Senior Advisor, Transmission Strategy and Regulatory Engagement. Under minimal supervision, you will review analysis of proposed Eversource transmission investments to ensure proposed investments are well-supported, including considerations on tradeoffs between cost performance. Develop and submit data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England; regulators, and regional stakeholders with a particular focus on clear and concise communication. Serve as a transmission subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums. Represents Eversource at ISO New England and NEPOOL Committees.

Essential Functions:

• Participates in key regional transmission planning efforts and interprets the results of such studies for strategic insights and guidance.
• Reviews engineering studies and analysis of existing projects and project proposals. Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.
• Analyzes federal (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), regional (ISO New England), and state policy proposals for their impact on Eversource and our customers
• Develops recommended policy positions, work with internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy
• Develop analytical products, visualizations, research, and other advocacy materials to support policy recommendations and outreach
• Scrutinizes technical reports related to the operational and economic impact of clean energy resources on the electric transmission and distribution systems in New England.
• Represents Eversource on regional and national advisory committees (NEPOOL committees, trade associations, etc.)
• May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings
• Leads teams of internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy
• Supports outreach and advocacy to external stakeholders

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Demonstrates competency and proficiency in oral and written communications, particularly with non-technical audiences.
• Ability to interpret and analyze key regional transmission planning studies.
• Understanding of state and federal utility industry regulation
• Experience and understanding with ISO/RTO processes and rules, particularly with respect to transmission planning, interconnection, and/or operations
• Understanding of economic theory and wholesale electricity markets
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems and strong team building skills; must think strategically

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred, Engineering degrees
• Master’s degree in engineering preferred

Experience:

• 5 to 8 years of related experience
• Experience testifying in state or federal regulatory proceedings helpful, but not required

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
• Must be available for travel between MA/CT/NH on an approximately monthly basis
• Must be available for occasional travel outside of the service area (i.e. Washington, DC)

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to workat least three days in the office, includingTuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to workup to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

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:

$129,450.00-$143,830.00

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.

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