Transmission Planning Engineer
Company: ISO New England
Location: Holyoke
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
Transmission Planning Engineer
ISO New England Inc., One Sullivan Road, Holyoke, Massachusetts,
United States of America
Req #734
Monday, November 28, 2022
ISO New England's Transmission Planning Team is focused,
passionate, team-oriented, and results-driven. Their skills and
commitment have aided in transforming New England's bulk
electricity system into one of the nation's most innovative,
forward-looking examples of industry restructuring. Over the past
twenty years, ISO New England planning engineers have played a key
role in developing over 800 projects that have been placed in
service totaling approximately $12 billion of new infrastructure
investment.Currently, the Transmission Planning Team is undertaking
the challenge to study the future of the New England transmission
system out as far as the year 2050 to determine potential system
concerns and any associated solutions. This study will examine the
effects of the influx of clean energy resources like solar
photovoltaics, onshore and offshore wind, and battery energy
storage systems being constructed now and in the future, as well as
increases in power consumption due to electrification of
transportation and heating. The Transmission Planning Team will be
playing a pivotal role in developing a clean, affordable, and
reliable 21stcentury regional electric grid.
The Transmission Planning Team is the Planning Coordinator for the
networked electrical transmission system in New England and
has:
Talented and knowledgeable engineers experienced in utilizing the
latest modeling applications
Challenging and complex work offering growth potential
Opportunities to interact with New England stakeholders including
engineers associated with the region's transmission and generation
owners
A team environment based on respect for all members and their
contributions
How you will make an impact:
Perform transmission planning studies
Simulate electric transmission system behavior
Analyze results
Develop recommendations to ensure the continued reliability and
economic efficiency of the New England electric power system
Provide technical and procedural leadership, coordination, and
facilitation within ISO-NE and among stakeholders.
What we are looking for:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
The ability to (expectations vary by job level):
Complete studies to assess system reliability and determine
transmission system solutions to resolve concerns
Develop data, assumptions, methodology and procedures for use in
reliability studies of the New England bulk power system
Perform analysis to support NEPOOL, NPCC, and NERC Committee and
Working Group work on regional and national transmission planning
issues
Interact with stakeholders to seek input and address their concerns
with respect to transmission system analysis
Develop and recommend new business processes and Planning
Procedures to the management of Transmission Planning
Provide assistance in general Transmission Planning group
administration
Be proficient in applying planning criteria and conducting computer
simulations of transmission system performance
Work independently and in a team environment with minimal
supervision
Communicate at a high level of proficiency in both oral and written
form
Desirable qualities include:
A power systems concentration in Electrical Engineering
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
Experience in electric system operations and/or transmission
planning
Professional Engineering License
Travel: This position requires up to 5% travel with some over
nights.
Clarity of purpose is the starting point for all success. The ISO's
mission, vision, and values define our purpose-these values serve
as the cultural cornerstones of theorganization.
Mission: Through collaboration and innovation, ISO New England
plans the transmission system, administers the region's wholesale
markets, and operates the power system to ensure reliable and
competitively priced wholesale electricity.Vision: To harness the
power of competition and advanced technologies to reliably plan and
operate the grid as the region transitions to clean energy.Values:
Expertise, Respect, Innovation, Dependability and CollaborationWhat
We Offer: Located in Holyoke, MA amid the picturesque Pioneer
Valley of Western Massachusetts, our employees get the best of both
rural and urban living, enjoying day-to-day local community culture
and conveniences with drivable access to big city amenities. Our
competitive base salaries, performance-driven bonus incentive
offering, as well as a variety of health, wellness, and
professional development benefits underscore the value we place in
our employees. Beyond our comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
plans, we encourage continuous learning through our training and
tuition reimbursement programs and support work-life balance with
flex hours, hybrid work models for most roles, and paid vacation
and holidays. Our benefits strive to fulfill the needs of our
employees across life's stages, with paid parental time off, health
and wellness programs, 401k with company match, and a retirement
plan. For the convenience of our employees, we offer complimentary
access to our onsite fitness center and a cafeteria with free
coffee. COVID-19 Policy: Employee safety and well-being is a
priority at ISO New England. To safeguard our teams and the
important work they do, ISO New England has a mandatory COVID-19
vaccination policy.Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO/AA
employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard
to race, creed, color, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability,
status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the
Reserves or National Guard.
Drug Free Environment: We maintain a drug-free workplace and
perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Social Networking Notice: ISO New England reserves the right to
review the candidate's postings on any social networking site
accessible in the public domain as part of the candidate assessment
process.
Other details
Pay Type
Salary
Telecommute %
60
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