Senior Engineer, System Planning at Eversource Energy

Hartford, Connecticut, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Energy, UtilitiesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related quantitative field and at least five (5) years of experience as an Electrical Engineer or related occupation, as well as five (5) years of experience with each of the following: Power system transmission analysis tools: TARA, ASPEN, and PSSE or PSCAD; Python; Applying electrical theory for planning electrical power supply systems; Working with federal, regional, and local planning systems
OR Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related quantitative field and at least three (3) years of experience as an Electrical Engineer or related occupation, as well as three (3) years of experience with each of the following: Power system transmission analysis tools: TARA, ASPEN, and PSSE or PSCAD; Python; Applying electrical theory for planning electrical power supply systems; Working with federal, regional, and local planning systems
Up to 10% travel required between CT, MA, and NH (Eversource service territory)
Hybrid option to work from home available (3 days in office per week required)
Ability to respond to emergency situations outside of normal responsibilities, work hours, and location

Responsibilities

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
Perform typical reliability studies including analyses of power flow, transient stability, short circuit, and electromagnetic transients
Identify key technical issues and develop solutions
Understand, interpret and apply federal, regional (ISO_NE), industry and corporate transmission planning standards and the regulations of Federal, State and Local authorities
Participate with other utilities and the planning staff of the Independent System Operator (ISO) in the preparation of regional transmission expansion studies
Collaborate with engineers in System Planning, Transmission Asset Strategy, and personnel in Electric Operations in performing analyses and providing technical support in planning
Train junior staff in technical analyses and procedures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TARAASPENPSSEPSCADPythonPower FlowTransient StabilityShort Circuit AnalysisElectromagnetic TransientsTransmission Planning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Engineer, System Planning role?

The salary range is $130,333 to $168,960.

Is remote work available for this position?

A hybrid option is available, requiring 3 days in the office per week, with up to 10% travel required between CT, MA, and NH.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Requires a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering or related field, with 5 or 3 years of experience respectively, including power system tools like TARA, ASPEN, PSSE or PSCAD, Python, applying electrical theory for power systems, and working with federal, regional, and local planning systems.

What is the work arrangement regarding emergencies?

Employees must respond to emergency situations, with an Emergency Restoration assignment that may require assisting outside normal responsibilities, hours, and location.

What qualifications make a strong candidate for this position?

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with specified years of experience in power system analysis tools (TARA, ASPEN, PSSE/PSCAD), Python, electrical theory application, and regulatory planning systems positions candidates strongly.