Senior Electrical Grid Planning Engineer

As advanced technologies integrate into the power grid, the electricity demand and generation mix of the power system will experience a major shift and require innovative solutions to create a reliable and efficient grid. The Capacity Requirement and Accreditation group within System Planning seeks an innovative engineer or Analyst to meet these exciting challenges.

NOTE: This role is currently located in Windsor, CT until it permanently moves to Holyoke, MA, which is currently expected to occur in 2028.

What we offer you:

Hybrid work environment - 3 days/week onsiteDistance-based relocation assistance availableCompetitive compensation with a base salary + performance bonusRobust benefits package, including:

Enhanced 401(k) and financial planning supportTuition reimbursement and professional developmentWellness programs, including an onsite gymOnsite luncheon spaces with free coffee and a variety of dining optionsFlexible work hoursEmployee Business Networks

A stable, mission-driven workplace where your impact truly matters

How you will make an ImpactThe individual will support regional and national resource capacity planning and accreditation initiatives of capacity auction reforms by contributing technical analyses, study development, and stakeholder engagement activities. This role supports the implementation and refinement of methodologies used to assess resource contributions to system adequacy and reliability and represents the organization in regional and national forums by providing analytical support for studies, committees, and regulatory discussions.

Perform bulk power system simulations using industry standard software tools, including but not limited to GE MARS, SERVM, and PLEXOS

Provide technical and procedural leadership by coordinating and facilitating work within the ISO and across a wide range of stakeholders, including Market Participants, NEPOOL and ISO committees, and regional and national regulatory entities

Collaborate with ISO staff and external consultants to conduct resource adequacy and reliability studies, and prepare clear, comprehensive written reports documenting objectives, assumptions, methodologies, results, and recommendations

Support and actively participate in internal and external regional and national committees, task forces, and working groups, as required

Respond to data and information requests from regional and national reliability organizations, as well as state and federal regulators

Effectively communicate complex analyses to diverse stakeholder audiences

What we are looking for

Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, statistics, or a related field, with a minimum of 5-10 years of progressively responsible experience in resource adequacy and reliability studies

Demonstrated ability to work independently, bringing a high degree of judgment, patience, and attention to detail, while collaborating effectively across teams and communicating complex technical concepts clearly in both written and verbal formatsKnowledge of the New England generation and transmission system, including planning practices, real time operational considerations, and system topology

Desired not required:

Graduate degree in engineering, science, statistics, or a related field

Demonstrated expertise in probabilistic resource adequacy metrics (e.g., LOLE, EEU) and/or economic production cost modeling, including the ability to guide methodological discussions and assumptions

Proven experience working within the ISONE/NEPOOL framework, with the ability to effectively engage in committee and stakeholder forums

Familiarity with NPCC, NERC, ISONE, and/or FERC reliability and regulatory requirements

Prior hands-on experience applying probabilistic modeling tools in resource adequacy or reliability analyses

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with working knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, or SAS)

This employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position (ex: H-1B, F-1/CPT/OPT, O-1, E-3, TN, J, etc.).

The expected salary range for this position is $145,000 - $180,000 per year. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus, comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision), flexible spending and health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions and a student debt benefit, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits, paid time off, paid leave, a wellness program, an employee assistance program and other great company perks.

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