Engineer, Transmission System Planning - Manchester, United States - Eversource Energy

    Eversource Energy
    Eversource Energy Manchester, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Essential Functions

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  • 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 modelCollection, modification, and review of a variety of electric system parameters including: equipment ratings, impedances, contingency sets, protection and control parameters, as well as system topologyCollection, modification, and review of DER modeling for steady state, stability, short circuit, and EMT analyses
  • Performs DER transmission system impact studies in the entire Eversource service territories. This includes:Preparation of study scopes based on determined study assumptionsVerification of technical information and models of DER applications according to modeling testing processes, and providing timely comments to DER customers for model updates and correctionsApplication of corporate planning standards in conjunction with any other applicable NERC, NPCC, and ISO-NE reliability standards and criteriaSupporting solutions development to mitigate identified significant adverse impacts by testing solution alternatives as directedProviding 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 solutionsDocumentation of study results in study reportsAssisting 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 writingAssists with development of training modulesPerforms an emergent storm assignment as needed during times of inclement weather or adverse system conditions

    • Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

  • 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.

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  • Three (3) plus years of relevant experience in planning, design, and/or operations related to transmission lines, substation facilities, with knowledge of power system planning.

    • 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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    Worker Type:

    Regular

    Number of Openings:

    2