DER Planning Engineer (Hybrid) 09/05/2024 Locations: Manchester, New Hampshire This is a hybrid role. The first three months are fulltime in the office. The Engineer will work with complex systems and equipment, while providing engineering and technical services to support our growing organization. We offer a unique and exciting opportunity to explore the best of both worlds, working both in the office and the field on a variety of interesting projects. Areas of expertise include designing new substations and infrastructure, analyzing systems and disruptions to service, working with transformers, engineering the electrical protection and control circuits that handles the flow of power, and dealing with acceptance testing of equipment, failures of equipment and analysis of system disturbances. Essential Functions: * Assists in development of the distribution system power flow model for the purpose of studying the interconnection of DERs. * Assists in the assessment and analysis of proposed solutions associated with the integration of DER and associated impact on the ISO-NE regional system. Prepare documentation for the ISO-NE interconnection process as needed. * Developing design solutions and possible alternatives to mitigate identified assessment criteria violations. * Interface and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders such as: system planning, transmission, distribution line and substation engineering, asset management, siting, environmental and permitting, operations, etc. for the determination of planning needs and proposed plans. * Conducts assessments and develops interconnection options or alternative solutions. * Application of industry and corporate distribution planning standards in conjunction with regulations of Federal, State and Local regulatory authorities. * Represents the department and the company on various industry related committees. * Participates with other utilities and the planning staff of the Independent System Operator (ISO) in the preparation of regional distribution and substation expansion studies. * Assist with preparing PAF's and TAF's and present at monthly meeting. * Assist with preparation of high-level construction estimates. * Serves as a team leader on specialized internal and external cross-functional teams, as necessary, to develop engineering solutions and customer satisfaction. * Manage approved inverter list and review UL certifications. * Prepare Special Operating Guidelines * Trains interns in technical analyses and procedures * Performs storm assignments as needed. Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications: * Strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts such as power generation energy storage, reliability, load flow, flicker, stability, short circuit, voltage regulation, transients, power factor, losses, etc. * Strong technical understanding of the parameters and functions used in the operation of the power delivery system as well as power industry fundamentals, practices, and standards * Knowledge and experience using power system modeling and simulation software for steady state power flow, voltage, short circuit, stability, and electromagnetic transients. * Strong communication, interpersonal, presentation, negotiation and persuasion skills both verbal and written. * Knowledge of STORMS, eGIS, Visio, and C2 knowledge is preferred. * Knowledge of Eversource tariffs and technical standards * Follow Eversource's Codes of Conduct, Business Ethics, Environmental and Diversity Policies. Education: A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related is required. Experience: Zero to three years of related experience is required. Working Conditions: * Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required. * Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary. * Depending on the specific nature of the engineering role, position may require occasional to significant travel by car. A valid driver's license is required. Compensation and Benefits: * Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $94,730.00 - $110,00.00, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for an overview of benefits. #engajd 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. VEVRRA Federal Contractor 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.