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Our Team:

We have an amazing career opportunity to join our Transmission System Planning Team. The Senior Engineer in Transmission System Planning serves as a transmission-focused subject matter expert, specializing in power system studies and solutions development, including Non-Wires Alternatives (NWA).

This role requires extensive experience in modeling, analysis, and planning-level designs of transmission lines and substation facilities in an electric power system. Additionally, the position will also lead the evaluation of NWA for transmission projects across the Eversource service territory in Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire.

This role is critical to ensure that all transmission projects presented to the regulatory entities in Massachusetts, Connecticut and New Hampshire are assessed for cost-effectiveness, reliability, and environmentally responsible alternatives to traditional infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive NWA evaluations for required transmission projects, including those that are subject to review by the regulatory entities in CT, MA and NH.

• Perform Benefit Cost Analyses comparing traditional transmission solutions with distributed energy resources (DERs), energy efficiency, demand response, and other NWAs.

• Collaborate with Distribution Planning, Integrated Energy Planning, and Regulatory Affairs teams and other disciplines to ensure alignment with state-specific NWA requirements.

• Develop and maintain models and tools for evaluating NWAs, including production cost modeling and benefit-cost analysis.

• Prepare technical documentation and testimony for regulatory filings and proceedings.

• Monitor and incorporate evolving regulatory requirements and best practices related to NWAs Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire.

• Collaborate, perform, and lead reliability and/or economic driven studies including voltage, thermal, transfer limit, short circuit, and stability assessments.

• Analyze and assess complex transmission systems at numerous voltage levels. Document and communicate results and recommendations as appropriate including data manipulation, report writing, and summary presentations.

• Continually strive to innovate and integrate improvements to increase the precision and efficiency of transmission planning. Strive to seek out and develop subject matter expert skills as necessary to mentor and support the team to aid in the advancement of business needs.

• Represent Eversource, collaborate and interact with internal teams and industry peers on regional activities (e.g. NERC, NPCC, ISO-NE's, etc.).

• Develop and apply a thorough understanding of various planning criteria, guidelines, standards (e.g. NERC, NPCC, etc.) and analysis software packages such as PSS/E, TARA, and ASPEN.

• Mentor and train junior staff on technical analysis methods and standard procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems, or related field (Master's degree preferred).

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transmission and/or distribution system planning.

• Strong understanding of economic evaluation methods, including net present value (NPV), benefit-cost analysis, and avoided cost modeling.

• Experience testifying or supporting testimony in regulatory proceedings

• Familiarity with power system modeling tools (e.g., PSS/E, PSCAD, CYME, PowerWorld, Synergi).

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially for regulatory and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with NWA evaluations or DER integration.

• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and legal requirements for NWAs

• • Massachusetts: G.L. c. 164, 69J; EFSB review standards; Climate Act 2024.

  • Connecticut: PURA Docket No. 17-12-03RE07; CSC transmission review process.

  • New Hampshire: RSA 378:42-b (2025); NH Department of Energy NWA procurement rules.

• Experience presenting technical findings to regulators, stakeholders, and internal leadership.

• Technical knowledge of:

  • Transmission and Distribution Power Systems Engineering: Practical & Theoretical knowledge of Planning, Operations, and Engineering Design (e.g. symmetrical components, per unit, etc.).

  • Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results: (e.g. Power Flow, Stability, Short Circuit, etc.)

  • Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. PSSE, TARA, ASPEN, Synergi, Cyme)

  • Knowledge of Regional/Local Criteria & Compliance: (NERC, NPCC, ISO, etc.)

Licenses & Certifications

Professional Engineer's License preferred.

Why Join Us?

Eversource is committed to transforming the grid to meet the demands of a clean energy future. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape transmission planning through innovative, cost-effective alternatives that benefit customers and the environment.

Working Conditions:

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

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

HYBRID Schedule

• Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature ofworkand team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to workat least three days in the office, includingTuesdays 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 tochange, basedon managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able toworkup to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

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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:

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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.

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity 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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