Transmission Systems Planning Engineer – Hybrid

Eversource Energy; Berlin (CT); Hybrid; USD 100,490 - 111,660; Full time

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.

Skills

PSSE

TARA

ASPEN

PSCAD

Python

Power systems

Electrical theory

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Electrical

Advanced degree

Job description

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.