Supervisor or Manager Transmission Planning

ISO New England, Inc; Holyoke (MA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Financial planning support

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness programs

Onsite gym

Flexible hours

Employee networks

Hybrid work

Luncheon options

Relocation assistance

Job summary

ISO New England, Inc. is seeking a leader for Transmission Planning to provide technical leadership, management oversight and stakeholder support in planning for a reliable bulk electric power system in New England and Northeastern North America.

This role focuses on reliability assessment, coordinating regional planning, and developing planning procedures and budgets to support grid reliability. The position offers a stable, mission-driven environment with competitive compensation, a robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Thorough knowledge of electric power system network analysis, transmission planning and assessment techniques, and transmission system reliability standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing, monitoring progress, evaluating performance, and leading the activities of Transmission Planning engineers.
• Ensuring compliance with NERC, NPCC, and ISO planning standards and requirements.
• Administering and coordinating regional reliability studies and processes, including Needs Assessments and Solutions Studies
• Reviewing New England transmission owners’ local system plans, and coordination of those plans with ISO-NE-led regional planning processes
• Reviewing New England transmission owners’ proposals and any associated studies
• Leading development, testing, and maintenance of automation tools used in System Planning studies
• Developing and presenting materials for the Planning Advisory Committee and supporting development of the annual Regional System Plan.
• Conducting analyses to support resolution of NEPOOL committee and regional transmission issues.
• Developing and recommending new business processes, and periodic review of existing business processes
• Updating and developing Planning Procedures
• Supporting the preparation and control of the Transmission Planning budget.

Skills

Power system analysis

Transmission planning

Reliability standards

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering

MBA

Registered Professional Engineer

Job description

ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England’s ongoing transition to clean energy.

The primary role of this position is to provide technical leadership, management oversight and stakeholder support in planning for a reliable bulk electric power system in New England and Northeastern North America. This is achieved by planning, controlling, coordinating, and managing the reliability assessment process under the ISO-NE Tariff.

What we offer you:

• A stable, mission-driven workplace where your impact truly matters

• A highly engaged work environment that values inclusion, collaboration, and employee safety and wellbeing

• Competitive compensation with a base salary + performance bonus

• Robust benefits package, including:

  • Enhanced 401(k) and financial planning support
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development
  • Wellness programs, including an onsite gym
  • Flexible work hours
  • Employee Business Networks

• Onsite luncheon spaces with free coffee and a variety of dining options

• Hybrid work environment (3 days/week onsite)

• Distance-based relocation assistance available

How you will make an Impact:

• Managing, monitoring progress, evaluating performance, and leading the activities of Transmission Planning engineers.
• Ensuring compliance with NERC, NPCC, and ISO planning standards and requirements.
• Administering and coordinating regional reliability studies and processes, including Needs Assessments and Solutions Studies
• Reviewing New England transmission owners’ local system plans, and coordination of those plans with ISO-NE-led regional planning processes
• Reviewing New England transmission owners’ proposals and any associated studies
• Leading development, testing, and maintenance of automation tools used in System Planning studies
• Developing and presenting materials for the Planning Advisory Committee and supporting development of the annual Regional System Plan.
• Conducting analyses to support resolution of NEPOOL committee and regional transmission issues.
• Developing and recommending new business processes, and periodic review of existing business processes
• Updating and developing Planning Procedures
• Supporting the preparation and control of the Transmission Planning budget.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor of Science in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering is required.
• Thorough knowledge of electric power system network analysis, transmission planning and assessment techniques, and transmission system reliability standards.

Desired not required:

• Master’s degree in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering or an MBA.
• Supervisory experience in the power systems field.
• Registered Professional Engineer.
• Ten to fifteen years of experience in electric utility system planning/operations planning.
• Knowledge of ISO-NE/NEPOOL organization and processes.

This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc.).

The expected salary range for Supervisor of Transmission Planning is $180,000 - $205,000 per year. We will also consider a Manager of Transmission Planning. The pay range for that level is $193,000 - $233,000 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision), flexible spending and health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits, paid time off, paid leave, a wellness program, an employee assistance program and other great company perks.

This is a U.S. based role. If the successful candidate resides outside of the U.S., relocation will be required.

Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship, national origin, age, ancestry, marital status, disability (including learning, mental, intellectual, and physical), service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Drug Free Environment: We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.