Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.).  Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Eversource is looking for a Manager, Economic Analysis and Transmission Strategy. The goal of this position is to support the clean energy transition in New England by providing analytical, economic, and strategic services that support transmission solutions needed for our customers and the growth of the Eversource electric transmission business. This position has primary responsibility for economic analyses of the clean energy transition in New England. This position is responsible for modeling the electricity sector and use of the transmission grid to meet the mission and objectives of the organization. In addition, this position coordinates preparation and development of data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England and serves as a transmission engineering subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums. This position shares accountability with peers in the development and implementation of the organization’s strategic initiatives and economic analyses. Responsible for supervising, assigning, prioritizing and directing the work performed by other engineers and analysts. Responsible for working directly and collaboratively with various internal stakeholders to provide insights and ensure alignment on key issues affecting Eversource’s transmission business.

Essential Functions: 

• Responsible for economic capacity expansion, production cost, and probabilistic modeling analyses of the New England system. Oversees engineers and consultants who may be retained to perform technical analysis.
• Responsible for development of analytical products, visualizations, research, and other advocacy materials to support policy recommendations and outreach
• Provides subject matter expertise and oversight of cross-functional analyses including engineering power flow, economic capacity expansion, production cost, and probabilistic modeling analyses of the New England system. Oversees engineers, analysts and consultants who may be retained to perform technical analysis.
• Support the Transmission Business Development and Strategic Planning & Policy teams on the identification and development of other business development opportunities.
• Support bid development including drafting applications for local, regional, or national funding opportunities.
• Regular cross-functional engagement with senior management
• Significant interaction with project partners and other third parties and creative problem-solving skills.
• Manages, coaches, develops, and reviews performance of engineers, analysts and other staff. 
• Research and analyze relevant policies and studies that impact and influence the growth of Eversource’s transmission business and modeling assumptions.
• Support other groups within Eversource by providing data, simulation outputs, or relevant knowledge from the transmission business.
• Responsible for subject matter expertise to state procurement evaluation team on transmission network and interconnection-related issues. 
• Responsible for scrutiny of technical reports related to the operational and economic impact of clean energy resources on the electric transmission and distribution systems in New England.
• May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Experience with electric production cost modeling tools such as PLEXOS, Gridview, PROMOD, or any software with similar functionality and purpose
• Knowledge of power system analysis software such as PSS/E, TARA, Powerworld, ASPEN Oneliner, etc.
• Knowledge of major ongoing clean energy policy activities that impact Eversource’s transmission business such as Connecticut and Massachusetts state-mandated clean energy procurements, FERC interconnection and transmission planning reforms, etc.
• Requires strong knowledge of regulatory, legislative, and industry trends in the energy sector and utility operations, including advances in technology and the resulting impact on the state and region.
• Demonstrated ability in working across functional / organizational boundaries is desirable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with concepts related to electric transmission and emerging utility technologies (e.g., distributed energy, grid modernization, storage, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Requires knowledge and experience with ISO/RTO processes and FERC open access transmission tariffs. 

Education:      

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Operations Management, Public Policy, Political Science, related degree or equivalent relevant experience          

Experience:   

• Ten (10) to twelve (12) years of related experience in the electricity industry is required.

Licenses & Certifications:  

• None

Problem Solving & Complexity: Work includes calculating, comparing, technical writing, editing, planning, evaluating, interpreting, organizing, consulting, analyzing, designing, documenting, specifying, coordinating, implementing and presenting.  This role works in an environment that often requires the performance of multiple simultaneous activities, where deadlines need to be met and work is performed under pressure while involving significant business commitments and results.

Working Conditions:

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Must be available for occasional travel outside of the service area (i.e., Washington, DC)

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:

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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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