Hybrid Principal Engineer, Transmission System Planning

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About the role

  • Conduct detailed technical modeling and analysis as project leader• Lead reliability and strategic scenario-based planning driven studies for existing and forecast system conditions• Contribute sound engineering input to develop robust, reliable, low-cost solutions• Document and communicate results and recommendations including data manipulation, report writing, and summary presentations• Collaborate with cross-functional groups for integrating and enabling new technologies such as photovoltaic solar (PV), electric vehicles (EV), and battery storage• Represent Eversource on regional, national, and international committees and working groups (NATF, IEEE, state public utility commissions)• Mentor and provide technical training to other engineers• Perform emergent storm assignments during times of inclement weather or adverse system conditions

Requirements

  • Master’s degree in engineering or science field required• 10+ years specialized experience in transmission planning, software simulations, and IBR modeling• PE License preferred• Advanced knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning an electric power supply system• Detailed knowledge and experience producing results and conclusions using power system modeling and simulation software for steady state power flow, voltage, short circuit, stability, and electromagnetic transients• Advanced technical understanding of HVDC and inverter-based resource parameters and modeling• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills (verbal and written)• Essential Software Proficiency includes PSSE, PSCAD, Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Visio, SharePoint, OneDrive)• Programming experience highly desirable: Python, VBA• Simulation software highly desirable: ASPEN Oneliner, EMTP (ATP), TARA, PI Processbook• Experience required applying NERC TPL, NPCC, and ISO-NE planning procedures

Benefits

  • Competitive total rewards program• Eversource offers a comprehensive benefits overview on their career site

Job title

Principal Engineer, Transmission System Planning

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$143,000 - $160,000 per year

Degree requirement

Postgraduate Degree

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