Senior Engineer, Distribution System Planning (Hybrid Schedule)
EversourceWestwood, MA
Full Time
Posted November 3, 2026
$129k - $144k
Utilities
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- Freshness
- Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed November 4, 2026
- Classification
- Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
- Pay provenance
- Employer-provided pay
Job Description
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Key Responsibilities
- Identifies distribution system problems involving multiple feeders and substations; leads and conducts scenario-based planning studies; evaluates alternatives; and recommends appropriate solutions to ensure a reliable distribution system.
- Develops medium-term (2 to 5 year) and long-term (5+ year) distribution plans involving load relief, capacity, asset-related issues, and large DER integration.
- Collaborates with multiple cross-functional groups to develop long-range planning criteria for integrating and enabling two-way communication of new technologies, including photovoltaic solar (PV), electric vehicles (EV), and battery storage.
- Prepares contingency studies for distribution networks, including N-1 and N-2 analyses.
- Proposes new distribution substations and associated overhead (OH) and underground (UG) 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 studies.
- Partners with other departments, including Distribution Engineering, Asset Management, Standards, and Transmission/Substation Engineering, to prepare economic analyses for complex projects and recommends cost allocation for facilities used jointly with other utilities.
- Recommends project priorities for capital construction program financial reviews.
- Conducts and/or manages studies required to support facility needs, evaluation of alternatives, and preferred solutions contained in regulatory applications, reports, chapters, and testimony before regulatory agencies.
- Prepares distribution-related documentation and/or testimony to support regulatory filings.
- Communicates effectively with distribution customers regarding proposed facilities.
- Provides leadership in coordinating multiple cross-functional groups and offers guidance to engineers.
- Presents recommendations and results to all levels of management, as appropriate.
- Represents the department and the company on various committees.
- Recommends the development or revision of criteria and standards for distribution planning.
- Technical Knowledge & Skills
- Working knowledge of electric simulation software models and power distribution system analyses, including load flow, transient, and 8760-hour simulations.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies, including 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.
- Ability to achieve desired results by setting high standards for self and others and accepting responsibility for outcomes.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required; Electric Power Systems concentration preferred.
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Experience
- 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.
- Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or New Hampshire is desirable.
Requirements
- 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
Benefits & Perks
- 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:
- $129,450.00-$143,830.00
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