Senior Engineer, System Planning

Eversource Energy; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 156,936 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Westwood, Massachusetts is seeking a Planning Engineer to lead and conduct scenario-based planning studies for electric systems. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to address system needs and contribute to effective engineering solutions.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have at least five years of relevant experience. A hybrid work model is available, allowing three days in the office and two days remote.

The position offers a competitive salary between $156,936 - $165,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience with transmission planning, software simulations, IBR modeling, and transient analysis.
• Experience applying electrical theory to planning an electric power supply system.
• Experience using power system modeling software for steady state power flow, voltage, short circuit, stability, and electromagnetic transients.
• Experience with HVDC and inverter‑based resource parameters and modeling.
• Experience with PSSE and PSCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead scenario and probabilistic based planning studies under existing and forecast system conditions.
• Contribute sound engineering input to develop solutions.
• Analyze assumptions from regional and industry stakeholders.
• Prepare engineering outputs and summarize in reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups on planning standards.

Skills

Transmission planning

Software simulations

IBR modeling

Transient analysis

Electrical theory application

Power system modeling software

HVDC modeling

PSSE

PSCAD

Python

VBA

Powertech software

NERC TPL compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PI Processbook

EMTP (ATP)

TARA

ASPEN Oneliner

TSAT

VSAT

Job description

Lead, conduct and present scenario and probabilistic based planning studies under existing and forecast system conditions; contribute sound engineering input to develop robust, reliable, low‑cost solutions; exchange results and conduct critical review of data and assumptions from regional and industry stakeholders; interface with ISO‑New England, area transmission owners, and the company’s departments to understand and mitigate electric system needs, challenges, and enable growth; coordinate and oversee studies performed by vendors and consultants, analyzing assumptions and review conclusions to integrate into company initiatives; prepare engineering output and summarize in reports, spreadsheets, and presentations to colleagues, management, industry groups and regional stakeholders; collaborate with cross‑functional groups to develop long‑range planning standards and criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies; collaborate with ISO‑NE, Academia and DOE National Labs on power system planning and operation technology strategy, research, and development; and work emergency restoration assignments as needed.

In order to complete the above‑mentioned tasks, the following skills and experience is required:

• Experience with transmission planning, software simulations, IBR modeling, and transient analysis
• Experience applying electrical theory to planning an electric power supply system
• Experience using power system modeling and simulation software for steady state power flow, voltage, short circuit, stability, and electromagnetic transients
• Experience with HVDC and inverter‑based resource parameters and modeling, including simulation experience in weak grid systems
• Experience with PSSE and PSCAD
• Experience with Python and VBA
• Experience with Powertech (TSAT, VSAT), ASPEN Oneliner, EMTP (ATP), TARA, and PI Processbook
• Experience applying NERC TPL, NPCC, and ISO‑NE planning procedures

Requires a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related field, and at least five years of experience as a Planning Engineer, Research Assistant, or related occupation. Hybrid option to work from home may be available: 3 days in office/2 days from home.

Salary: $156,936 - $165,000/year.

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 and Affluent 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.

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