Senior Engineer, Distribution System Planning

Eversource Energy

. Performs as project leader and/or carries out assignments requiring mastery of distribution system planning .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $129,450 - $143,830 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in distribution system planning, including the development of medium- and long-term plans, and the integration of renewable technologies. Proficient in power system analysis and regulatory compliance, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering DegreePower System PlanningElectric Simulation Software ModelsDistribution Line DesignRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Distribution System PlanningLoad Flow AnalysisTransient Simulation8760-Hour SimulationVoltage StudiesPower Factor StudiesCapacity PlanningDER IntegrationContingency StudiesEconomic Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeamwork and CollaborationInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsStrategic Partnership Development

Tools & Technologies

Electric Simulation SoftwarePower Distribution System Analysis

Industry Keywords

Photovoltaic SolarElectric VehiclesBattery StorageDistribution Substation FacilitiesPlanning StandardsEmergency Restoration Assignments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs as project leader and/or carries out assignments requiring mastery of distribution system planning
Identifies distribution system problems involving multiple feeders and substations; leads scenario-based planning studies, evaluates alternatives, and recommends solutions
Develops medium-term (2 to 5 year) and long-term (5+ year) distribution plans for load relief, capacity, asset-related issues, and large DER integration
Collaborates with cross-functional groups on planning criteria for integrating photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, battery storage, and other technologies
Prepares N-1 and N-2 contingency studies for distribution networks
Proposes new distribution substations and associated overhead and underground feeders
Performs area-wide voltage and power factor studies and recommends findings to Distribution Engineering and Operations
Leads or conducts forecast studies to determine loads used in distribution planning
Partners with Distribution Engineering, Asset Management, Standards, and Transmission/Substation Engineering on economic analyses and cost allocation
Recommends project priorities for capital construction program financial reviews
Conducts or manages studies supporting facility needs, alternatives, preferred solutions, and regulatory applications
Prepares distribution documentation and testimony for regulatory filings
Communicates with distribution customers regarding proposed facilities
Coordinates multiple cross-functional groups and guides engineers
Presents recommendations and results to management
Represents the department and company on committees
Recommends development or revision of distribution planning criteria and standards
Represents the company before state public utility commissions and other state and regional entities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required; Electric Power Systems concentration preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in planning, design, and operations associated with distribution line and distribution substation facilities
Thorough knowledge of power system planning required
Working knowledge of electric simulation software models and power distribution system analyses, including load flow, transient, and 8760-hour simulations
Knowledge of photovoltaic solar, electric vehicles, and battery storage
Knowledge of techniques used to plan the expansion of distribution lines and distribution substation facilities
Advanced knowledge of electrical theory as applied to planning electric power supply systems
Advanced knowledge of distribution line design and operating practices
Knowledge of national, state, and other planning standards
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including formal presentation abilities
Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to develop strategic partnerships
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignments as required
Must be available to travel between Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire as necessary
Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship; applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment will not be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential incentive
Competitive total rewards program
Emergency restoration assignment compensation/employee benefits as applicable