Transmission Systems Planning Engineer – Hybrid

Eversource Energy

Berlin (CT)

Hybrid

USD 100,490 - 111,660

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Eversource Energy is seeking an Engineer in System Planning to provide transmission-focused SME support for modeling and development of the transmission system. You will work on analyses such as power flow, transient stability, and short circuit, representing the company on regional committees (NEPOOL, NERC, NPCC, ISO‑NE).

The role is based in Hartford, CT or Berlin, CT and operates within a HYBRID framework.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical preferred.
Advanced degree preferred.
3–5 years of directly related experience.

Responsibilities

With guidance develop and maintain the system models for transmission studies including collection, review and/or modification of a variety of electric system parameters: equipment ratings, impedances, contingency sets, protection and control parameters, as well as system topology.
Conduct adequacy assessments and develop options to meet delivery objectives with latitude for independent action and decision making.
Understand, interpret and apply industry and corporate transmission planning standards and the regulations of Federal, State and Local authorities.
Represent the department and the company on various industry related committees.
Participate with other utilities and the planning staff of ISO‑NE in the preparation of regional transmission expansion studies.
Employ teamwork with engineers in System Planning, Transmission Asset Strategy, and engineers and operating personnel elsewhere in Electric Operations in performing analyses and providing technical support in planning and operational environments.
Plan, develop and collaborate in the implementation and management of the life cycle plan for transmission assets.
Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing the results of analyses and action plan.