Senior Engineer

Company: Eversource Energy
Location: Hartford
Posted on: May 23, 2023

Job Description:

The Strategic Projects Senior Engineer provides analytical, policy and tactical business support for multiple business needs for Eversource in the New England region. Significant interactions with other departments, ISO-NE staff and with external business partners are necessary in order to provide for the business needs. Position requires a creative vision to solve problems, energetic approach to identifying next opportunity to enhance the transmission system. This engineer will take initiative and get things done with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate works well in a group environment seeking input from his or her colleagues. This position seeks a self-starting problem solver who relishes in research and learning.The Strategic Projects Senior Engineer is located in Hartford, CT or Westwood, MA. This role provides analytical, policy and tactical business support for multiple business needs for Eversource in the New England region. Significant interactions with other departments, ISO-NE staff and with external business partners are necessary in order to provide for the business needs. Position requires a creative vision to solve problems, energetic approach to identifying next opportunity to enhance the transmission system. This engineer will take initiative and get things done with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate works well in a group environment seeking input from his or her colleagues. This position seeks a self-starting problem solver who relishes in research and learning.Essential Functions:

• Perform exploratory research on new topics or emerging technologies in the field (e.g., Retired generators, Load development, Policy changes, State RFPs, Renewable opportunities, etc.) in support of transmission interconnection strategic initiatives
• Develop transmission enabling agreements with business counterparts
• Support internal process developments and improvements
• Participate in cross-functional teams
• Interface with IT to assist in product development, program selections, and implementation
• Enhance developer user experience on external Eversource Website via the creation of content and the solicitation of feedback from impacted parties
• Identify needs, propose solutions, and implement changes
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant publications in the field
• Create business partnerships throughout the organization to create efficiencies
• Support the processing of Transmission Interconnections
• Analysis of potential business transactions (energy, renewables, transmission service)
• Monitoring and evaluating wholesale power market conditions in support of business decision making
• Supporting of structured power supply (including supply procured through RFP and from own resources)
• Coordinating and developing reports in support of EVERSOURCE risk controls and financial reporting requirementsTechnical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:
  • General understanding of:
  • New England wholesale power market, ISO-NE policies and procedures including the NEPOOL Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT)
  • Transmission rate design and cost recovery
  • Generation resource operations, dispatch, and costs
  • Renewable Portfolio and Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) requirements in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New Hampshire
  • Utility regulatory processes in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and at FERC
  • Proficient at understanding and interpreting complex contracts and agreements
  • Ability to develop strong, positive relationships with external business partners including members of regulatory bodies and interconnection customers (generation and load)
  • Ability to work effectively with various levels within the organization
  • Ability to analyze data and information, determine relevant factors associated with each solution and calculate and process data in an efficient and accurate manner
  • Strong written and spoken communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with others
  • Ability to multi-task and shift among multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Strong customer focus
  • Ability to use and apply sound judgment
  • Initiative and personal ownership
  • Ability to work independently and manage own time
  • Collaborate with others on a team to meet deadlines
  • Maintain a high level of productivity
  • Ability and willingness to promote and encourage a positive, cooperative and efficient work atmosphere
  • Ability to provide direction and training to co-workers to ensure accurate, consistent and timely work product development
  • Strong team leadership as well as team membership skills
  • Strong business acumen
  • Strong functional understanding of computerized business systems
  • Demonstrated skill with MS Office applications, basic programing like Macros, as well as Internet-based tools and resources, such as Google EarthEducation:
    • Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required
    • Master's degree/Certificate in Project Management or Engineering Management or equivalent desirable Experience:
      • Five to eight years related experienceWorking Conditions:
        • Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
        • Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.#engajdWorker Type:RegularNumber of Openings:1EEO StatementEversource 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 ContractorVaccination Information: Eversource requires all new employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 by their first day of employment.If you have any concerns regarding compliance with this requirement, you will need to discuss your concerns with Eversource's HR department after you have been made a conditional offer of employment. Eversource does not require applicants to discuss vaccination status prior to receipt of a conditional offer of employment and complies with all applicable laws.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.

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