Senior Advisor, Transmission Strategy and Regulatory Engagement; hybrid

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 Senior Advisor, Transmission Strategy and Regulatory Engagement. Under minimal supervision, you will review analysis of proposed Eversource transmission investments to ensure proposed investments are well-supported, including considerations on tradeoffs between cost performance. Develop and submit data, reports, presentations, and compliance filings regarding Eversource transmission projects to ISO New England; regulators, and regional stakeholders with a particular focus on clear and concise communication.

Serve as a transmission subject matter expert in state, regional, and federal forums. Represents Eversource at ISO New England and NEPOOL Committees.

Essential Functions:

Participates in key regional transmission planning efforts and interprets the results of such studies for strategic insights and guidance.

Reviews engineering studies and analysis of existing projects and project proposals. Interprets the results of such studies and analyses for strategic insights and guidance.

Analyzes federal (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), regional (ISO New England), and state policy proposals for their impact on Eversource and our customers

Develops recommended policy positions, work with internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy

Develop analytical products, visualizations, research, and other advocacy materials to support policy recommendations and outreach

Scrutinizes technical reports related to the operational and economic impact of clean energy resources on the electric transmission and distribution systems in New England.

Represents Eversource on regional and national advisory committees (NEPOOL committees, trade associations, etc.)May serve as an expert witness in state regulatory proceedings

Leads teams of internal stakeholders to reach consensus on strategy

Supports outreach and advocacy to external stakeholders

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/

Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Demonstrates competency and proficiency in oral and written communications, particularly with non-technical audiences.

Ability to interpret and analyze key regional transmission planning studies.

Understanding of state and federal utility industry regulation

Experience and understanding with ISO/RTO processes and rules, particularly with respect to transmission planning, interconnection, and/or operations

Understanding of economic theory and wholesale electricity markets

Demonstrates strong analytical skills, ability to apply knowledge to solve problems and strong team building skills; must think strategically

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred, Engineering degrees

Master’s degree in engineering preferred

Experience:

5 to 8 years of related experience

Experience testifying in state or federal regulatory proceedings helpful, but not required

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required

Must be available for travel between MA/CT/NH on an approximately monthly basis

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…