Associate Engineer - Distribution System Planning

As the Associate Engineer in System Planning, you will perform as project support and/or carry out assignments requiring knowledge of subject matter, with experience associated with modeling and planning distribution lines and distribution substation facilities in an electric power system. You will exhibit technical skills on the design of the electric power system in addition to exhibiting knowledge of utility electric power system model. You will provide support to Engineers representing the company regarding matters in distribution planning at the state public utility commissions and various state and regional entities.

Essential Functions:

• Identify Distribution System problems involving multiple feeders and substations, conducts scenario-based planning studies, evaluates alternatives and recommends appropriate solutions to ensure a reliable Distribution System.
• Support the development of medium (2-5 year) and long (5+ year) range distribution plans involving load relief, capacity and asset related issues.
• Collaborate with multiple cross-functional groups in developing a long-range planning criterion for integrating and enabling two-way communication of new technologies, including photovoltaic solar (PV), electric vehicles (EV), and battery storage.
• Prepare contingency studies for distribution networks including N-1 and N-2 analysis
• Propose new distribution OH and UG feeders.
• Perform area wide voltage and power factor studies and recommending findings
• Conduct load forecast planning studies to determine distribution loads used in planning studies.
• Partner with other engineers/departments (Distribution Engineering, Asset Management, Standards, Transmission/Substation engineering, etc.) to prepare economic analysis for projects.
• Conduct and/or manages the studies required to support the need for facilities, the evaluation of alternatives and the preferred solution contained in chapters, reports and testimony for distribution applications for proceedings before regulatory agencies.
• Prepare distribution related documentation to support regulatory filings.
• Effective communication, support and implementation with internal customers pertaining to proposed facilities.
• Present results to all levels of management as appropriate.
• Represent the department and the company on various committees.
• Support the development and/or changes as appropriate of criteria and standards for distribution planning.

Technical Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of the use of computer simulation techniques used in electric Distribution System analysis, including discrete and 8760-hours simulation.
• 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.
• 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.

Education:

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering required, Electric Power Systems preferred.

Experience:

• Zero to two (0-2) years related experience in planning, design, and/or operations related to distribution line and distribution 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.
• Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.  The annual salary range for this position is $76,980.00 to $85,530.00, plus incentive.  Salary iscommensurate with your experience.  Check out the career site for an overview of our benefits.

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Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

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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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.