Senior Engineer, ISO Policy
08/15/2024Locations Hartford, Connecticut; Westwood, Massachusetts
Job Description
Senior Engineer, ISO Policy
08/15/2024Locations: Hartford, Connecticut; Westwood, Massachusetts
This is a hybrid role with the first three months in the office.
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 the clean energy transition in New England; prepares and submits data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England; and serves as a transmission engineering subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums. Responsibilities include modeling the electricity sector and use of the transmission grid; 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 at NEPOOL Committees.
Essential Functions:
Performs engineering power flow, economic capacity expansion, production cost, and probabilistic modeling analyses of the New England system. Oversees consultants who may be retained to perform technical analysis. Performs technical studies independently without consultant support.
Performs engineering studies and analysis of existing projects and project proposals. Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.
Provide subject matter expertise to state procurement evaluation team on transmission network and interconnection-related issues.
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 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.)
May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings.
Leads teams of internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy.
Supports outreach and advocacy to external stakeholders.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
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 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
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $122,010 to $135,570 plus incentive. Salary is commiserate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.
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
Must be available for occasional travel outside of the service area (i.e. Washington, DC)
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Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.
Overview
Eversource currently operates more than 4,270 circuit miles of transmission lines, 72,000 pole miles of distribution lines, 578 substations, 449,737 distribution transformers and 11,683 miles of natural gas distribution pipelines across our service territory. 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.
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 valuing the diversity of employees who bring different perspectives to the table. We are committed to :
- Creating an inclusive workplace where all employees, customers and stakeholders are respected and valued.
- Leveraging the talent, unique perspectives, cultural and life experiences of every employee to ensure our continued success .
- Attracting, developing and retaining a diverse workforce that can work together to meet the changing needs of the customers we serve while delivering reliable energy and superior customer service.
About us
We are Eversource
At Eversource, our mission is to safely deliver reliable energy and superior customer service to our electric, natural gas and water customers across New England. We do this ethically, respectfully and honestly to meet the expectations of our customers, regulators and ourselves.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Transmission team member?
Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Collaborative
- Customer Focus
- Team Player
- Adaptable
- Detail Oriented
- Positive
Employee Quotes
Nicole, Siting and
Construction Services
Specialist
Meet Nicole
Mom, community volunteer, and one of our Siting and Construction Services Specialists. On any given day you can find Nicole providing reliability project updates to community leaders and town officials, connecting with local residents and business owners at an open house, or sharing her experience working at Eversource with students at a college career fair. “I'm glad to help the communities we serve,” said Nicole. “It's empowering to be part of a team that's working on projects to improve reliability for our customers while modernizing the grid.”
Alexia, Siting and
Construction Specialist
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.”
Julia, Associate
Transmission Development
Program
Meet Julia
“In the Transmission Development Program, I have the opportunity to explore different aspects of the energy industry and the future of this industry. I currently guide project teams through engineering, design, siting, permitting and construction of both substation and line projects. I have the opportunity to understand the process of how energy is bought and sold, and I participate in conversations with customers about construction on transmission lines. Graduating, with a business degree, I never thought I would be working in the energy industry but this program and has given me an understanding and appreciation of the way energy systems work. The people at Eversource Energy are willing and ready to help you develop as a young professional and grow into your career.”
Job Description
Senior Engineer, ISO Policy
08/15/2024Locations: Hartford, Connecticut; Westwood, Massachusetts
This is a hybrid role with the first three months in the office.
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 the clean energy transition in New England; prepares and submits data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England; and serves as a transmission engineering subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums. Responsibilities include modeling the electricity sector and use of the transmission grid; 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 at NEPOOL Committees.
Essential Functions:
Performs engineering power flow, economic capacity expansion, production cost, and probabilistic modeling analyses of the New England system. Oversees consultants who may be retained to perform technical analysis. Performs technical studies independently without consultant support.
Performs engineering studies and analysis of existing projects and project proposals. Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.
Provide subject matter expertise to state procurement evaluation team on transmission network and interconnection-related issues.
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 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.)
May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings.
Leads teams of internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy.
Supports outreach and advocacy to external stakeholders.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Technical Knowledge/Skill:
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 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
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $122,010 to $135,570 plus incentive. Salary is commiserate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.
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
Must be available for occasional travel outside of the service area (i.e. Washington, DC)
#tranajd
Worker Type:
RegularNumber of Openings:
1EEO 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.
VEVRRA Federal Contractor
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.
Benefits
Eversource employees are committed to providing reliable energy and superior customer service—and that's why we are committed to providing our employees with a highly competitive total rewards package. In addition to wages and salaries, the benefit programs Eversource offers its employees and family members are a significant part of the total rewards.
Healthcare, Wellness & Disability Protection for you and your Family
- Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision Plans, choose the coverage that is right for you and your family
- High deductible health plan option, with generous health savings account (HSA), employer contribution, ($500 individual; $1,000 employee +1 or more)
- Company-paid employee life and accident insurance and options to purchase additional coverage for you and your family
- An award-winning Wellness Program provides up to $200 annually for employees and spouses to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles
- Health and Dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Sick Time, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Plans
Work/Life Balance Benefit Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Multi-faceted Behavioral Health Program
- Care@Work Program (child/elder care), membership/stipend for emergency services
- Adoption Assistance (eligible employees)
- Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Refinancing & Student Debt Counselling
- Voluntary benefits platform to access discounted home & auto, identity protection and pet insurance
- Charity donation gift matching
- Volunteer hours at local charities with rewards to our Wellness Program
- Generous time off
- Business Resource Groups for social connection and career development
Retirement Benefits for a Secure Future
- 401k: Up to 100% Employer Match on first 3% of employee's contributions
- K-Vantage: Additional Employer Contribution to the 401k based on age and years of service (2.5% to 6.5%)
- Med-Vantage HRA: Age 40+, receive annual $1,000 contribution to an HRA for post-employment qualified medical expenses
