Analyst, Economic Analysis & Strategy, Transmission (Hybrid)

11/12/2024

Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts; Hartford, Connecticut; South Hooksett, New Hampshire

This is a hybrid role with the first three months in the office.

Eversource is looking for an Analyst, Economic Analysis & Strategy, Transmission located in Hartford, CT or Westwood, MA or Hooksett, NH. Under general supervision, analyzes regional energy and environmental information and supports economic analysis services for the Transmission organization and our customers. Performs research and analysis of electricity and emissions data. Supports electric power market forecasting activities. Uses information management and communication skills to contribute to various economic analysis deliverables including memos, spreadsheets, graphics, presentations, reports, and other media. 

Essential Functions:  

• Research technical data and state and federal regulatory policy information related to the New England wholesale electricity markets and high-voltage transmission system. 

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis of electricity demand, traditional and clean energy resources, consumer cost impacts, power sector emissions trends, and the transmission grid.

• Develop well-informed observations, insights, and summaries of research and analysis activities.

• Use information technology to find, store, manage, and convert raw information and data into useful input assumptions, tabular and graphical results, clear and concise narrative explanations, and visualizations that convey sophisticated concepts simply.

• Read, write, and contribute to strategic analyses of power sector energy and economics.

• Collaborate with and support a team of analysts and engineers in providing high quality analytical services and power sector forecasts.

• Monitors and scrutinizes technical reports related to the operational and economic impact of clean energy resources on the electric transmission and distribution systems in New England.

• Organizes and maintains electronic files and data sources and internal communication platforms.

• Analyzes federal (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) and state policy proposals for their impact on Eversource and our customers.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems and strong team building skills.

• Understanding of economic theory and wholesale electricity markets

• Understanding of state and federal utility industry regulation

• Knowledge and experience with ISO/RTO processes and FERC open access transmission tariffs preferred.   

• Demonstrates competency and proficiency in oral and written communications and the MS Office suite.

• Attention to detail, self-motivation, and comfort in a hybrid office/home work environment.

• Experience or familiarity with power market simulation software (PLEXOS), visualization software platforms (Power BI), and/or geographical information systems software preferred.

Education:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Public Policy, related field or equivalent relevant experience                

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years of related experience

Compensation and Benefits:

• Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The salary range for this position starts at $84,340 to $93,710 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for a fill list of benefits.  

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is 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

• Must be available for occasional travel outside of the service area (i.e., Washington, DC)

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

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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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.