Resource Integration Engineer

Full-time

Hybrid - Windsor, CT

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

ISO New England is the not-for-profit, independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in our region and planning for the future of the electric grid. We are at the forefront of New England's ongoing transition to clean energy. ISO New England's Resource Integration Engineer is part of an industry leading team that analyzes simulation models, conducts studies and develops procedures for new study methods to ensure the reliable addition of new solar, wind, storage, and other types of generation to the New England system. Specifically, the position conducts model acceptance testing and verification analyses for new and existing generating resources, manages generating resource data throughout the interconnection study/commissioning/post-commissioning phases, simulates and analyzes power system behavior, and develops study methodology and practices recommendations, of which contribute to the reliability and the New England power system, especially in support of its clean energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze and manage dynamic system modeling information for proposed generation additions and changes (including inverter-based resources such as wind turbines, batteries and solar installations, and conventional generation) and other dynamic transmission equipment such as Flexible AC Transmission devices or High Voltage DC equipment
• Conduct system impact assessments of proposed changes to generation, which may involve steady state, transient stability, and electromagnetic transient analyses
• Oversee the scoping, completion, and approval of transmission system impact studies for distributed energy resources proposing to connect to the distribution system
• Assist in the analysis and preparation of reports related to transmission system studies
• Develop recommendations for New England regional standards and study practices
• Support compliance with local and national standards

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Power Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Electrical & Computer Systems Engineering is required. Master's Degree preferred.
• Experience in electric power system network analysis, transmission planning, and assessment techniques, specifically transient stability analysis using PSS/E, and Electromagnetic Transients analyses using PSCAD
• Proficiency with Python or other similar scripting language
• Strong understanding of control theory and power system dynamics
• Knowledge of NERC, NPCC, and Transmission Planner/Planning Coordinator planning reliability standards and criteria
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to travel to attend stakeholder meetings, working groups and conferences

Nice-to-haves

• Registered Professional Engineer or Engineer-In-Training
• Experience participating in stakeholder and industry committee activities
• Knowledge of ISO/NEPOOL tariff, markets and processes
• Familiarity with Electromagnetic transient analysis (EMTP/PSCAD)
• Understanding of Short circuit analysis (Aspen One-Liner)

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule with 2 days/week onsite
• Relocation Assistance
• Base salary plus performance bonus program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Enhanced 401k and financial planning
• Wellness programs with onsite gym
• Onsite café with free coffee
• Flexible work hours
• Access to business networks