Senior Grid Dispatch Operator: Real-Time Power

Eversource Energy; Manchester, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking a Senior System Operator in New Hampshire to oversee real-time dispatch of transmission and distribution assets. You will monitor SCADA, coordinate outages, and implement emergency procedures to maintain reliable service for the NH grid.

The role requires knowledge of NERC standards, load flow analysis, and strong leadership to guide on-shift operators and coordinate with ISO-NE and Local Control Centers.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in engineering, business administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Comply with NERC reliability standards and oversee on-shift Operators.
• Coordinate outage scheduling and emergency procedures with ISO-NE and Local Control Centers.
• Monitor real-time status via SCADA and implement changes as needed.
• Mobilize resources to respond to abnormal system conditions.
• Prepare and issue switching and tagging orders.
• Assist with outage processing and fault location to restore service.

Skills

Guidance to field personnel

NERC Reliability Standards

Outage restoration

SCADA operations

Emergency procedures

Load flow calculations

Effective communication

Leadership

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SCADA software

Load flow programs

Protection systems knowledge

Job description

Eversource Energy is seeking a Senior System Operator in New Hampshire to oversee real-time dispatch of transmission and distribution assets. You will monitor SCADA, coordinate outages, and implement emergency procedures to maintain reliable service for the NH grid.

The role requires knowledge of NERC standards, load flow analysis, and strong leadership to guide on-shift operators and coordinate with ISO-NE and Local Control Centers.