Senior Engineer, ISO Policy and Economic Analysis, Transmission (hybrid schedule)

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

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Engineer, ISO Policy and Economic Analysis, Transmission to perform engineering and economic analyses for the clean energy transition in New England. The role involves modeling the electricity sector, reviewing filings, and presenting findings to NEPOOL and ISO-NE.

Responsibilities include policy analysis, developing analytical products, and potentially serving as an expert witness in regulatory proceedings.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; Master’s preferred.
• 5–8 years of related experience; experience testifying in regulatory proceedings is helpful.
• PLEXOS experience strongly preferred; familiarity with ISO/RTO processes and wholesale markets.

Responsibilities

• Performs power flow, capacity expansion, production cost, and probabilistic modeling analyses for the New England system.
• Provides SME guidance to procurement evaluation teams on transmission network and interconnection issues.
• Analyzes federal, regional, and state policy proposals for impact on customers and the company.
• Develops analytical products, visualizations, and advocacy materials to support policy recommendations.
• Leads teams to reach consensus on strategy and supports external stakeholder outreach.

Skills

Power system analysis

PSS/E

TARA

ProMod

PLEXOS

Regulatory knowledge

Policy advocacy

Communication skills

Economics analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering preferred

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

ProMod

PLEXOS

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 Engineer, ISO Policy and Economic Analysis, Transmission. Under minimal supervision, performs transmission engineering and economic analyses of the clean energy transition in New England; prepares and submits data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England; and serves as a transmission engineering subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums. Responsibilities include modeling the electricity sector and use of the transmission grid; monitoring Eversource transmission projects and resource interconnections, developing and implementing process improvements to streamline data collection and reporting, reviewing key filings (such as Transmission Cost Allocation applications), and implementing strategies to gain stakeholder support at NEPOOL Committees.

Essential Functions:

• Performs engineering power flow, economic capacity expansion, production cost, and probabilistic modeling analyses of the New England system. Oversees consultants who may be retained to perform technical analysis. Performs technical studies independently without consultant support.
• Performs engineering studies and analysis of existing projects and project proposals. Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.
• Provide subject matter expertise to state procurement evaluation team on transmission network and interconnection-related issues.
• 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:

• Ability to perform technical engineering analysis using standard industry tools, including PSS/E and TARA, and to interpret the results for strategic insights
• Ability to perform technical economic analysis using standard industry tools, including ProMod and PLEXOS, and to interpret the results for strategic insights
• Ability to write and edit computer programs that manage data flows into, and output results from, engineering and economic simulation models
• 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 competency and proficiency in oral and written communications
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems and strong team building skills; must think strategically
• Must have technical knowledge of the New England transmission grid

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering required
• 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
• PLEXOS experience strongly preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• N/A

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).

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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