Senior Grid Planning Engineer — Distribution Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive program

Job summary

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts seeks a seasoned Distribution Planning Engineer to lead and perform planning for distribution substations, lines, and underground networks. You will model distribution systems, assess DER integration, and coordinate with engineering, asset management, and regulatory teams.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in engineering and 5+ years in distribution planning, with strong communication skills and readiness to travel across MA/CT/NH as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; Electric Power Systems preferred.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum five years related experience in planning, design, and operations of distribution facilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify distribution system problems and lead planning studies.
• Develop medium- and long-range distribution plans including DER integration.
• Build and validate distribution models for planning analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups on long-range planning and new tech integration.
• Prepare contingency studies and regulatory testimony where needed.
• Lead or coordinate studies for capital projects and cost allocation.

Skills

Power systems planning

Load-flow analysis

Electrical simulations

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory coordination

Public utility knowledge

Communication skills

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Synergi Electric

CYME

Job description

Eversource Energy in Massachusetts seeks a seasoned Distribution Planning Engineer to lead and perform planning for distribution substations, lines, and underground networks. You will model distribution systems, assess DER integration, and coordinate with engineering, asset management, and regulatory teams.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in engineering and 5+ years in distribution planning, with strong communication skills and readiness to travel across MA/CT/NH as needed.