Senior Distribution Planning Engineer – Hybrid Lead

Eversource Energy; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts seeks an experienced distribution planning professional to lead planning studies, develop multi-year distribution plans, and evaluate DER integration including PV, EV, and battery storage.

You will collaborate with multiple departments to prepare economic analyses, conduct studies, and support regulatory filings. A PE license is desirable and MA/CT/NH experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years in planning, design, and operations related to distribution lines and substations.
• Registered Professional Engineer in CT/MA/NH desirable.

Responsibilities

• Identify distribution system problems and lead scenario-based planning studies.
• Develop 2–5 year and 5+ year distribution plans considering load relief and DER integration.
• Collaborate across groups to set criteria for integrating PV, EV, and battery storage.
• Prepare contingency studies and support regulatory filings with distribution data and testimony.
• Lead cross-functional coordination and present findings to management.

Skills

Power system planning

Load-flow analysis

PV/EV/storage tech

Communication skills

Leadership and collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Power system simulation software

Job description

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts seeks an experienced distribution planning professional to lead planning studies, develop multi-year distribution plans, and evaluate DER integration including PV, EV, and battery storage.

You will collaborate with multiple departments to prepare economic analyses, conduct studies, and support regulatory filings. A PE license is desirable and MA/CT/NH experience is valued.