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Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.\nOur Team:\nWe have an amazing opportunity to join our Transmission System Planning as a Lead Engineer. This strategic role, will provide focused subject matter expertise and oversight of power system studies and system solutions development by coordinating team assignments associated with the modeling and analysis of Eversource’s electric transmission system. The role requires extensive experience associated with the modeling, analyses, and planning level designs of transmission lines, substation facilities, and other applicable assets or resources comprising of New England’s electric power system. Typical studies include analyses of power flow, transient stability, short circuit, and electromagnetic transient (EMT).\nThe position assists in leading the development and improvements of standard procedures or processes, methodologies and any other necessary documentation supporting the studies and any resulting system improvements. This position entails representing the Company on regional and national transmission committees regarding transmission planning matters for New England Power Pool (NEPOOL), North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC), New England Power Coordination Council (NPCC), and Independent System Operators of New England (ISO-NE) as needed.\nEssential Functions:\nServe as the System Planning team lead for direct report engineers by ensuring responsible assignments are performed satisfactorily where sound technical mitigation measures or upgrade solutions are recommended. Serve as point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on transmission system reliability studies\n\nLeads the development and maintenance of the system power flow model. This includes:\nCollection and review of the forecast loads to be included in the model\n\nCollection, modification, and review of a variety of electric system parameters including: equipment ratings, impedances, contingency sets, protection and control parameters, as well as system topology\n\nCollection, modification, and review of modeling for steady state, stability, short circuit, and EMT analyses\n\nLeads the strategic needs assessment and analysis of proposed solutions associated with Eversource service territory, especially EMA and NH. This includes:\nDetermining required level of analysis, study assumptions, and study scopes\n\nApplication of corporate planning standards in conjunction with any other applicable NERC, NPCC, and ISO-NE reliability standards and criteria\n\nDetermining transmission system area needs through performing transmission system studies\n\nVerification of technical feasibility or soundness of proposed plans utilizing industry accepted techniques\n\nInterfacing with various ISO-NE staff, DER and Distribution System Planning, Advanced Forecasting, line and substation engineering, Asset Management, siting, environmental and permitting, operations, etc. for the determination of system impacts and proposed solutions\n\nDeveloping design solutions and possible alternatives to mitigate identified assessment criteria violations with consideration of other potential near term and long term needs in the study area\n\nProviding study updates and presenting study results to internal and external stakeholders as needed\n\nLeads the Annual System assessments and develops potential alternatives to reliability objectives by identifying key technical issues and developing proposed and alternative solutions. This includes:\nApplication of corporate planning standards in conjunction with any other Federal, State or Local regulatory requirements\n\nPlans, develops and collaborates in the implementation and management of the life cycle planning for transmission assets\n\nContributes to the development of the Transmission capital budget through development of cost-effective programs and projects to meet customer and system needs\n\nLeads the analysis of system interconnections. This includes:\nReview and provide assessment support for applications in the applicable interconnection queue\n\nManaging the impact analysis of interconnections on the Eversource electric system\n\nServes as a company expert witness advocating the Company’s position at various regulatory and/or siting proceedings on issues dealing with Company’s plans for Transmission improvements.\n\nConducts performance evaluations for System Planning staff and creates performances goals, development plans and growth opportunities for all direct reports.\n\nOther supporting role responsibilities:\nRepresents the department and the company on various industry related committees.\n\nParticipates with other utilities and the planning staff of the Independent System Operator (ISO) in the preparation of regional transmission expansion studies.\n\nCoordinates and works in close collaboration with various internal departments such as Engineering, System Operations, Protection & Control, Communications, Project Management, Regulatory Policy, Compliance, Siting & Outreach, Real Estate, Investment Planning and Finance as well as any other internal or external groups as necessary\n\nClearly and effectively communicates the results of analyses and action plans both verbally and in writing\n\nTrains junior staff in technical analyses and procedures\n\nPerforms an emergent storm assignment as needed during times of inclement weather or adverse system conditions\n\nTechnical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:\n8+ years experience performing Power Systems Engineering and Analysis or as a Power System Planner in an electric utility with Transmission system planning focused experience.\n\nEffective communication and writing skills with the ability to communicate complicated technical issues in a succinct manner.\n\nVery familiar with NERC, NPCC and ISO-NE transmission planning reliability standards. Understanding of ISO-NE Transmission Planning Process and Procedures.\n\nExperience with power system transmission analysis tools such as PSSE, TARA, EMS, ASPEN, PROMOD, PowerWorld, PSCAD or other similar analysis software.\n\nAbility to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, project personnel, and all levels of management enterprise-wide to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in.\n\nStrong understanding of electrical engineering concepts such as reliability, load flow, stability, short circuit, voltage regulation, transients, power factor, losses, etc.\n\nStrong technical understanding of the parameters and functions used in the operation of the power delivery system as well as power industry fundamentals, practices, and standards\n\nThorough understanding of engineering economics\n\nEducation:\nRequires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related.\nAdvanced Degree in Power Systems Engineering is preferred\n\nExperience:\nA minimum of 8 years of Power Systems Analysis or Planning experience. Transmission System Planning experience is required\n\nWorking Conditions:\nMust be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.\n\nHYBRID: Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.\n\nCompetencies:\nBuild trusting relationships\nManage and develop people\nFoster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration\nLead change\nCommunicate strategic vision\nCreate an engaged workforce\nFocus on the customer\nTake ownership & accountability\nCompensation and Benefits:\nEversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:\n$145,670.00-$161,860.00Worker Type:\nRegularNumber of Openings:\n1Emergency Response:\nResponding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.\nEEO Statement:\nEversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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