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Capital Project Outage Planner (Hybrid Schedule)

09/08/2025

Locations Westwood, Massachusetts

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Job Description

Capital Project Outage Planner (Hybrid Schedule)

09/08/2025

Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts

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.
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Eversource is looking for a Capital Project Outage Planner in Westwood, MA. In this role you are responsible for assessing assigned capital projects for transmission and distribution system outage requirements. The Capital Project Outage Planner participates in cross functional project teams, reviewing key documents and engineering designs while working to develop a constructability plan that minimizes outage durations and maximizes work within the outages. This individual will work with outside groups and develop strategies to minimize customer exposure for both transmission and distribution system outages.

Essential Functions: 

  • Develops required Outage and Energization Sequence Plans for Substation, Transmission and Distribution capital projects. Plans will be developed and refined in each phase of the project lifecycle process (e.g., partial funding, full funding, construction execution, etc.).

  • Participates in constructability reviews with the project team.

  • Works with the project team to determine boundary requirements for defined scopes of work.

  • Coordinates with Transmission and Distribution Outage Coordinators to determine acceptable outage windows.

  • Collaborates across multiple groups and departments as necessary to resolve operational and outage planning issues.

  • Coordinates inter-utility requests (e.g. National Grid, municipalities, etc.)

  • Participates in bulk outage planning meetings.

  • Generates and submits all required outage request documents (e.g. sketches, one lines, etc.) in accordance with long term planning guidelines.

  • Tracks permit acceptance status and provides regular updates to project team

  • Attends Single Contingency Load Loss (SCLL) committee meetings and resolves committee concerns that may impact project outage requests.

  • Attends substation, transmission and distribution pre-construction meetings.

  • Provides regular outage updates and facilitates communication between project managers, and construction teams to ensure seamless execution.

  • Provide Outage Coordination with all post outage closeout notifications.

  • Supports the development of tools to increase the efficiency of outage planning, scheduling, reporting and data entry.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

  • Thorough knowledge of bulk power system operations.

  • Through knowledge of the various components that comprise the bulk power system.

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and work effectively with personnel at all levels within control centers. (Convex, SOC, etc.)

  • Ability to navigate clearance request software (ITOA) and maintain a professional relationship with the Transmission and Distribution Outage Coordinators.

  • Knowledge of utility Transmission and Distribution system design, operations, maintenance, and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes.

  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of the organization and outsiders involved with electric operations.

  • Working knowledge of information technology and the use of Eversource’s office automation and information systems

  • Knowledge of software applications like AutoCad and Bluebeam REVU preferred.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline or experience

Experience:    

  • 3 - 5 years related electrical utility experience working control rooms, generation, operations, power system protection, or equivalent electric operations experience is required.                   

Working Conditions:

  • Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

  • Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

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:

$117,180.00-$130,200.00

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

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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.

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Check out the top traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.

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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.

Job Description

Capital Project Outage Planner (Hybrid Schedule)

09/08/2025

Locations: Westwood, Massachusetts

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.
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Eversource is looking for a Capital Project Outage Planner in Westwood, MA. In this role you are responsible for assessing assigned capital projects for transmission and distribution system outage requirements. The Capital Project Outage Planner participates in cross functional project teams, reviewing key documents and engineering designs while working to develop a constructability plan that minimizes outage durations and maximizes work within the outages. This individual will work with outside groups and develop strategies to minimize customer exposure for both transmission and distribution system outages.

Essential Functions: 

  • Develops required Outage and Energization Sequence Plans for Substation, Transmission and Distribution capital projects. Plans will be developed and refined in each phase of the project lifecycle process (e.g., partial funding, full funding, construction execution, etc.).

  • Participates in constructability reviews with the project team.

  • Works with the project team to determine boundary requirements for defined scopes of work.

  • Coordinates with Transmission and Distribution Outage Coordinators to determine acceptable outage windows.

  • Collaborates across multiple groups and departments as necessary to resolve operational and outage planning issues.

  • Coordinates inter-utility requests (e.g. National Grid, municipalities, etc.)

  • Participates in bulk outage planning meetings.

  • Generates and submits all required outage request documents (e.g. sketches, one lines, etc.) in accordance with long term planning guidelines.

  • Tracks permit acceptance status and provides regular updates to project team

  • Attends Single Contingency Load Loss (SCLL) committee meetings and resolves committee concerns that may impact project outage requests.

  • Attends substation, transmission and distribution pre-construction meetings.

  • Provides regular outage updates and facilitates communication between project managers, and construction teams to ensure seamless execution.

  • Provide Outage Coordination with all post outage closeout notifications.

  • Supports the development of tools to increase the efficiency of outage planning, scheduling, reporting and data entry.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

  • Thorough knowledge of bulk power system operations.

  • Through knowledge of the various components that comprise the bulk power system.

  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and work effectively with personnel at all levels within control centers. (Convex, SOC, etc.)

  • Ability to navigate clearance request software (ITOA) and maintain a professional relationship with the Transmission and Distribution Outage Coordinators.

  • Knowledge of utility Transmission and Distribution system design, operations, maintenance, and construction principles and practices, safety standards and business processes.

  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with various levels of the organization and outsiders involved with electric operations.

  • Working knowledge of information technology and the use of Eversource’s office automation and information systems

  • Knowledge of software applications like AutoCad and Bluebeam REVU preferred.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline or experience

Experience:    

  • 3 - 5 years related electrical utility experience working control rooms, generation, operations, power system protection, or equivalent electric operations experience is required.                   

Working Conditions:

  • Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

  • Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

#LI-BC1

#tranajd

Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

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:

$117,180.00-$130,200.00

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.

VEVRRA Federal Contractor

Apply

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.

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