Senior Engineer, ISO Policy (Hybrid Schedule)

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Applicants who require immigration sponsorship—either now or in the future—should not apply.

This includes, but is not limited to, direct company sponsorship, listing Eversource as the employer of record on immigration documents, or any work authorization that requires company involvement or documentation (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, O-1, etc.).
**Our Team:**
Eversource is looking for a **Senior Engineer, ISO Policy** located in **Hartford, CT** or **Westwood, MA.** In this role, under minimal supervision, you will analyze transmission engineering and analyses of proposed Eversource transmission investments, including projects to support the clean energy transition in New England with a particular focus on the tradeoffs between cost and performance for proposed projects.

You will prepare and submit data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England and NEPOOL committees.
You may also serve as a transmission engineering subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums and represent Eversource at ISO New England and NEPOOL committees.

Responsibilities include monitoring Eversource transmission projects and resource interconnections, developing and implementing process improvements to streamline data collection and reporting, reviewing key filings (such as Transmission Cost Allocation applications), and implementing strategies to gain stakeholder support.
**Essential Functions:**
+ Participates in key regional transmission planning efforts and interprets the results of such studies for strategic insights and guidance.
+ Reviews engineering studies and analysis of Transmission projects throughout the project lifecycle.

Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.
+ Analyzes federal (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), regional (ISO New England), and state policy proposals for their impact on Eversource and our customers.
+ Develops recommended policy positions, work with internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy.
+ Develop analytical products, visualizations, research, and other advocacy materials to support strategic policy recommendations and outreach.
+ Scrutinizes technical reports related to the operational and economic impact of clean energy resources on the electric transmission and distribution systems in New England.
+ Represents Eversource on regional and national advisory committees (NEPOOL committees, trade associations, etc.)
+ Support regulatory compliance filings/reporting in federal, regional and state arenas.
+ May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings.
+ Provide subject matter expertise to state clean energy procurement evaluation team on transmission network and interconnection-related issues.
+ Leads teams of internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy.
+ Supports outreach and advocacy to external stakeholders.
**Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:**
+ Ability to interpret and analyze key regional transmission planning studies.
+ Understanding of state and federal utility industry regulation.
+ Experience and understanding with ISO/RTO processes and rules, particularly with respect to transmission planning, interconnection, and/or operations.
+ Understanding of economic theory and wholesale electricity markets.
+ Demonstrates competency and proficiency in oral and written communications.
+ Demonstrates strong analytical skills, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems and strong team building skills; must think strategically.
+ Must have technical knowledge of the New England transmission grid.
**Education:**
+ Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering required
+ Master’s degree in engineering preferred
**Experience:**
+ 5 to 8 years of related experience
+ Ability to interpret and analyze key regional transmission planning studies
+ Experience testifying in state or federal regulatory proceedings helpful, but not required
**Working Conditions:**
+ Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required
+ Must be available for travel between MA/CT/NH on an approximately monthly basis
_HYBRID_
_Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles.

Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics.

Current guidelines require employees to work_ _ at least three days in the office, including_ _ Tuesdays 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 to_ _change,_ _ based_ _on managerial discretion and work performance.

All applicants must be able to work_ _ up 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:
$125,680.00-$139,640.00
**Worker Type:**
Regular
**Number of Openings:**
1
**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 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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