Associate Engineer, Transmission System Planning (Hybrid)
Eversource
- Manchester, NH
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Supports development and maintenance of the system models for transmission studies under guidance of more senior Engineers. This includes:
- Collection and review of the forecast loads to be included in the model
- Collection, modification, and review of a variety of electric system parameters including: equipment ratings, impedances, contingency sets, protection and control parameters, as well as system topology
- Collection, modification, and review of DER modeling for steady state, stability, short circuit, and EMT analyses
- Assists with DER transmission system impact studies in the entire Eversource service territories. This includes:
- Preparation of study scopes based on determined study assumptions
- Verification of technical information and models of DER applications according to modeling testing processes, and providing timely comments to DER customers for model updates and corrections
- Application of corporate planning standards in conjunction with any other applicable NERC, NPCC, and ISO-NE reliability standards and criteria
- Supporting solutions development to mitigate identified significant adverse impacts by testing solution alternatives as directed
- Providing support to more senior Engineers for interfacing with various ISO-NE staff, DER and Distribution System Planning, line and substation engineering, asset management, siting, environmental and permitting, operations, etc. for the determination of system impacts and proposed solutions
- Documentation of study results in study reports
- Assisting more senior Engineers for providing study updates and presenting study results to regulatory agencies, DER customers, and affected parties
- Other supporting tasks include:
- Study process automation for routines with transmission analysis tools.
- Clearly and effectively communicates the results of analyses both verbally and in writing
- Assists with development of training modules
- Performs an emergent storm assignment as needed during times of inclement weather or adverse system conditions
- Knowledge with power system transmission analysis tools such as PSSE, TARA, EMS, ASPEN, PSCAD, or other similar analysis software
- Knowledge of programming language such as Python
- Knowledge of new technologies including but not limited to photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, and battery
- Knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning an electric power supply system
- Knowledge of National, State and other planning standards and reliability criteria
- Good written and oral communication skills, including formal presentation.
- Excellent team skills
- Effective interpersonal skills, ability to develop strategic partnerships
- Ability to achieve desired results by setting high standards for self and others, and accepts responsibility for outcomes
- Baccalaureate degree in Electrical Engineering required - Electric Power Systems preferred.
- Zero (0) to two (2) years of experience. Relevant experience in planning, design, and/or operations related to transmission lines, substation facilities, with knowledge of power system planning.
- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
- Know the business plan and how your role connects to it
- Identify problems, issues; take responsibility for resolution
- Set high standards for self; deliver quality performance
- Raise ideas for improvement
- Communicate, communicate, communicate
- Follow through on commitments made to manager, colleagues, and customers.
- Address difficult or controversial issues and encourage others to do the same.
- Have honest dialogue with others
- Set performance goals that align with department and company goals
- Meet regularly with your supervisor/manager to discuss your performance
- Seek opportunities to develop skills and gain knowledge through on the job opportunities, i.e. working on projects, attending meetings, etc.
- Work collaboratively within and across the organization to achieve “One Company” and other goals
- Recognize and address cross functional implications of your work
- Incorporate the diverse ideas and perspectives of team, colleagues, and customers in your work
- Proactively seek out opportunities to improve business performance and customer service.
- Respond positively to new demands or circumstances
- Exhibit a “can-do” attitude to support changes in priorities and work processes
- Deliver superior service to our customers, both internal and external, in a reliable, attentive, courteous, quality, proactive and timely manner