Iso New England Inc.
Independent non‑profit regional transmission organization operating New England’s bulk electric grid and wholesale markets.
Manager, Transmission Planning
Lead transmission planning engineers, ensure reliability compliance, and manage studies.
Job Highlights
About the Role
ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in the region and leading New England’s transition to clean energy. The primary role provides technical leadership, management oversight, and stakeholder support for planning a reliable bulk electric power system across New England and the Northeastern United States, overseeing the reliability assessment process under the ISO‑NE Tariff. • Lead and monitor Transmission Planning engineers’ activities and performance. • Ensure compliance with NERC, NPCC, and ISO planning standards. • Administer and coordinate regional reliability studies, including Needs Assessments and Solutions Studies. • Review and align New England transmission owners’ local system plans with ISO‑NE regional planning. • Evaluate transmission owners’ proposals and associated studies. • Develop, test, and maintain automation tools for System Planning studies. • Prepare and present materials for the Planning Advisory Committee and the annual Regional System Plan. • Conduct analyses to resolve NEPOOL committee and regional transmission issues. • Design and update business processes and planning procedures. • Support the preparation and control of the Transmission Planning budget.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸transmission planning
- ▸reliability studies
- ▸automation tools
- ▸system planning
- ▸compliance
- ▸budget management
What You Bring
This U.S.–based role may require relocation for candidates residing outside the United States. ISO New England is an equal‑opportunity employer and maintains a drug‑free workplace with pre‑employment substance‑abuse testing. • Bachelor’s degree in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering. • In‑depth knowledge of power system network analysis, transmission planning, and reliability standards. • Ten to fifteen years of experience in electric utility system or operations planning. • Familiarity with ISO‑NE/NEPOOL organization and processes. • Desirable: Master’s degree in Power Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or an MBA. • Desirable: Supervisory experience in the power systems field. • Desirable: Registered Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor’s
- ▸power analysis
- ▸10+ yrs
- ▸iso‑ne
- ▸pe license
- ▸supervisory
Benefits
The position offers a hybrid work schedule with 2–3 days onsite, distance‑based relocation assistance, and a stable, supportive environment that includes professional development, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs. Compensation includes a base salary ranging from $193,000 to $233,000, eligibility for an annual performance bonus, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending and health savings accounts, an enhanced 401(k) with generous employer contributions, student debt assistance, and paid time off.
Work Environment
Hybrid