Senior Engineer, Grid Operations Technology (Hybrid Schedule))

Eversource Energy; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 129,450 - 143,830; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking an engineering professional in Boston, MA to manage complex engineering projects and provide support for Energy Management System applications. The position requires knowledge in power systems analysis and advanced modeling software.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and at least five years of experience. The role offers a competitive salary range from $129,450.00 to $143,830.00, commensurate with experience, and includes potential incentives.

Qualifications

• At least five years related experience is required.
• Demonstrated creativity and mature engineering judgment in problem-solving.
• Must be available for emergency restoration assignments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain complex simulation software for system analysis.
• Provide technical support to various engineering teams.
• Develop operational and emergency action plans for electric transmission.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Advanced electric system modeling software

Microsoft Word and Excel

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Power Systems, Engineering or related discipline

Master’s Degree or MBA preferred

Job description

Role and Scope of Position

Responsible for accomplishing major, complex engineering projects and for operating support and maintenance of the Energy Management System (EMS) applications, including State Estimator (SE), Real Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA), Loadflow and Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) software. This position is also responsible for planning and conducting research in problem areas of considerable scope and complexity. Provide technical support to all groups who design, procure, install and test systems and devices that will repair, replace, improve or increase the electrical transmission and distribution system.

Essential Functions

• Maintains complex computer simulation software (EMS, DTS, etc.) used for analyses in support of system adequacy evaluations, technical analysis of system reliability during equipment outages and monitoring/evaluating the reliability of the electric system on a real-time basis with a high level of convergence/solution confidence including the development and production of reports documenting EMS software performance.
• Develops new or refined processes and/or methods to monitor and report discrepancies between system telemetry and EMS solutions to improve the accuracy of system telemetry.
• Trains the Transmission System Operators in the use of EMS applications.
• Designs, constructs and implements major/complex systems requiring a high degree of responsibility and appreciable latitude for independent action and decision making to fit the Company’s objectives, conforming to industry standards and corporate transmission planning standards and guidelines of federal, state and local regulations.
• Works with Engineers in System Planning, Transmission Asset Strategy, engineers and operating personnel elsewhere in the Company in performing analyses and providing technical support for operating issues.
• Provides technical and functional support to upper management concerning impact of innovative technologies and projects. Participates in conferences with other engineers to obtain problem‑solving ideas. Represents the Company on efforts requiring coordination with ISO-NE and other control centers.
• Investigate and evaluate innovative technologies for which engineering precedents are lacking, evaluating their potential for the Company.
• Supports the creation and operation of Dispatcher training scenarios used on the DTS and creates and supports programs to train Transmission System Operators in the use of EMS applications.
• Develop operational and emergency action plans for electric transmission system and bulk supply substations which support the distribution system.

Technical Knowledge / Skill

• Demonstrated knowledge in power systems analysis.
• Technical understanding of the parameters and functions of the operation of the power delivery system and power system theory.
• Demonstrated knowledge in working with advanced electric system modeling software, such as State Estimator and Loadflow applications.
• Demonstrated creativity, foresight, and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving engineering problems.
• Proficiency with PC desktop applications (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel).

Education

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Power Systems, Engineering or related discipline.
• Master’s Degree or MBA preferred.

Experience

• At least five years related experience is required.

Licenses & Certifications

• None.

Working Conditions

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA, CT, and NH as necessary.
• Responding to emergency situations is part of every employee’s role and may involve work outside normal hours and location.

Mental Aspects

• Work includes calculating, comparing, editing, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, planning, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing, presenting, etc.

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. Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range is $129,450.00 - $143,830.00.

Workplace Flexibility

Employee may be required to work at least three days per week in the office, with the specific day spent at employee’s discretion and supervisor’s agreement. Must be able to work up to five days in the office for emergencies, training, or other business needs.

EEO Statement

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action 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.