Full-Time

Manager – Advanced Forecasting and Modeling

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Eversource Energy

Eversource Energy

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Manchester, NH, USA + 2 more

More locations: New Britain, CT, USA | Norwood, MA, USA

Must be willing to relocate to the service territory.

Category
Control Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Power Systems Engineering
Required Skills
Data Science

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Requirements
  • Excellent knowledge of the electric distribution system and planning and modeling requirements
  • Excellent understanding of various DER technologies and their adoption drivers
  • Detailed knowledge of system impacts of various DER technologies
  • Demonstrated experience with building load forecasts for EVs, Solar, Storage, and other DERs
  • Knowledge of electric simulation software and power distribution system analysis, including load-flow, transient, and 8760-hour simulation
  • Background in product oriented delivery of solutions to customers
  • Capable of working in a multi-cultural environment and driving team performance
  • Highly developed communication skills, i.e., ability to write clearly and concisely, make presentations before senior management and external bodies, ability to discuss ideas and be persuasive, and be able to work effectively with all levels within Eversource, governmental agencies and other outside organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with internal and external customers
  • Knowledge of federal, state and local regulatory criteria, industry codes, and standards applicable to the Eversource distribution system
  • Knowledge of accounting and engineering economics applicable to the specific area of the position
  • Ability to provide work under the direction for others, assume authority and be assertive; contributes to the success of the team
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information and be aware of strategic implications in order to propose decisions with respect to the specific area of the position in solving highly complex problems
  • Ability to grasp concepts, analyze technical information, determine facts, be sensitive to underlying issues, and make thoughtful recommendations/decisions
  • Self-imposes standards of excellence and has the ability to achieve desired results by assuming responsibility and accountability
  • Demonstrated ability and initiative to solve and/or anticipate problems and recognize the overall consequences to the business unit
  • Highly confident, self-starting individual with strong personal initiative
  • BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required
  • MS in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in Distribution Planning, Forecasting, Modeling or Application development in a utility environment or a related business area
  • Supervisory/Management experience is required
  • Regulatory experience is required
Responsibilities
  • Takes ownership and responsibility of Distribution System Planning forecasting and electric distribution modeling activities across the tri-state footprint
  • Develops a charter and documented processes for advanced forecasting and modeling working closely with System Planning Managers and other stakeholders
  • Leads development of new forecasting methods for various components of the overall system forecast ranging from electric vehicles to large scale solar developments
  • Manages a team of data scientists and engineers to produce state-of-the-art forecasts that enable prudent, proactive, responsive planning, including but not limited the Integrated Distribution System Plans (CT), Electric Sector Modernization Plans (MA), and Distribution System Plans (NH)
  • Leads the development of data and processes to enable better technical, regulatory, and financial planning decisions
  • Engages directly with vendors, partners, and government entities to develop new methods, obtain new data sets, support studies, and advance Eversource’s position as a leading utility in the transition to a carbon neutral future
  • Works closely and across multiple departments to ensure forecasts are used correctly and that any external communication represents the Company’s position accurately
  • Leads the development and maintenance of multi-year distribution load-flow planning models (especially Synergi), profiles, and DER dispatch patterns for System Planning departments
  • Develops a process for maintaining models and ensuring consistency of databases used by other departments (e.g., PowerClerk, DERTS, Synergi, CED, PI, GIS, etc.)
  • Provides regulatory testimony and expert testimony for all jurisdictions as needed
  • Supports EFSB filings and other siting/permitting activities as required
  • Develops RFPs and procures services and technology as needed for forecasting and modeling needs
Desired Qualifications
  • MS in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred

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