Job Description

Senior Engineer, ISO Policy (Hybrid)

04/30/2025

Locations: Hartford, Connecticut; Westwood, Massachusetts

Our Team:

Eversource is looking for a Senior Engineer, ISO Policy located in Hartford, CT or Westwood, MA. In this role, under minimal supervision, you will analyze transmission engineering and analyses of proposed Eversource transmission investments, including projects to support the clean energy transition in New England with a particular focus on the tradeoffs between cost and performance for proposed projects. You will prepare and submit data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England and NEPOOL committees.

You may also serve as a transmission engineering subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums and represent Eversource at ISO New England and NEPOOL committees. Responsibilities include monitoring Eversource transmission projects and resource interconnections, developing and implementing process improvements to streamline data collection and reporting, reviewing key ﬁlings (such as Transmission Cost Allocation applications), and implementing strategies to gain stakeholder support.

Essential Functions:

Participates in key regional transmission planning efforts and interprets the results of such studies for strategic insights and guidance.
Reviews engineering studies and analysis of Transmission projects throughout the project lifecycle. Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.
Analyzes federal (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), regional (ISO New England), and state policy proposals for their impact on Eversource and our customers.
Develops recommended policy positions, work with internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy.
Develop analytical products, visualizations, research, and other advocacy materials to support strategic policy recommendations and outreach.
Scrutinizes technical reports related to the operational and economic impact of clean energy resources on the electric transmission and distribution systems in New England.
Represents Eversource on regional and national advisory committees (NEPOOL committees, trade associations, etc.)
Support regulatory compliance filings/reporting in federal, regional and state arenas.
May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings.
Provide subject matter expertise to state clean energy procurement evaluation team on transmission network and interconnection-related issues.
Leads teams of internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy.
Supports outreach and advocacy to external stakeholders.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Ability to interpret and analyze key regional transmission planning studies.
Understanding of state and federal utility industry regulation.
Experience and understanding with ISO/RTO processes and rules, particularly with respect to transmission planning, interconnection, and/or operations.
Understanding of economic theory and wholesale electricity markets.
Demonstrates competency and proficiency in oral and written communications.
Demonstrates strong analytical skills, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems and strong team building skills; must think strategically.
Must have technical knowledge of the New England transmission grid.

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering required
Master’s degree in engineering preferred

Experience:

5 to 8 years of related experience
Ability to interpret and analyze key regional transmission planning studies
Experience testifying in state or federal regulatory proceedings helpful, but not required

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
Must be available for travel between MA/CT/NH on an approximately monthly basis
The first 90 days are in the office full time then hybrid

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Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource 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:

$125,680.00-$139,640.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding 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.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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Overview

Eversource is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of approximately half of New England’s transmission system, the high-voltage network of lines and substations that delivers power from where it’s generated to where it’s distributed to homes and businesses. As an integral member of our transmission team, you'll work in a dynamic and collaborative environment to identify business opportunities and balance risk-mitigation strategies to drive our growth.

Job Level - Entry, Mid,
Senior, Executive
Travel between CT/MA/NH
may be required

Culture

Our goal is to remain the best energy company in the nation, and to be the first with carbon-neutral operations by 2030.

We will achieve this by embracing perspectives our employees bring to the table. We are committed to:

Fostering a workplace where all employees, customers, and stakeholders are respected and valued.
Leveraging the unique talents, perspectives, and life experiences of every employee to drive our ongoing success.
Attracting, developing, and retaining a workforce capable of meeting the evolving needs of our customers while delivering reliable energy and exceptional service.

Success Profile

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Adaptable
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Employee Testimonials

Emily, Manager, Project Contracts
and Controls

Meet Emily

Emily joined Eversource in 2009 as an intern in the procurement department, where she held several key positions prior to joining the Transmission organization in 2021 as a Manager of the Contract Controls and Data Analytics organization. Emily has worked to develop her tri-state team into a results-driven Contract Management organization, responsible for full oversight of the contract lifecycle including driving process efficiencies while ensuring compliance and alignment with both business and regulatory objectives. “I enjoy encountering unique challenges each day and strategizing in a collaborative way with both internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve them. Leveraging the relationships I have built throughout my tenure at Eversource has been my key to success and has allowed me to influence positive change within the organization. I always encourage my team to remain committed to delivering value to the organization through continuous process improvement while maintaining proper governance & oversight. It’s an exciting time to be in such an evolving industry, and empowering to be able to be involved in these strategic and transformative projects to deliver reliable power to our customers.”

Alexia, Senior Specialist
Project Engagement

Meet Alexia

Alexia joined the Eversource team in Massachusetts as a Siting and Construction Specialist at the beginning of the year and she's really hit the ground running. Alexia reviews work the company is doing on Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard, and partners with other members of the team to develop creative community solutions for our reliability and battery storage projects. She's inspired by the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and her encouraging message to young women, “Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you.”

Sam, Manager of Strategic
Project Development

Meet Sam

Sam has spent the past nine years at Eversource, with the last two dedicated to proving that strategic project development is more than just building transmission —it’s about bridging teams, solving complex challenges, and delivering real value to customers. As Manager of Strategic Project Development, Sam focuses on advancing projects that support the region’s energy goals while ensuring cross-functional collaboration isn’t just encouraged—it’s effective.

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