Lead Data Scientist - Power System Automation (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy • Stamford, CT • 20h ago

The Lead Data Scientist provides specialized technical leadership in the development and implementation of advanced automation strategies and data-driven solutions. This role combines expertise in traditional power systems engineering with modern data integration, predictive analytics, and automation technologies to optimize reliability, efficiency, and operational insight across transmission and distribution assets.

Power System Automation and Process Optimization:

Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to develop automation solutions for critical operational functions, including defect detection, asset predictive maintenance, circuit patrolling, performance monitoring, etc.

Domain-Specific Solutions:

Leverage power system knowledge to create tailored automation solutions that meet unique business needs and address operational challenges.

Automation and Application Delivery:

Lead automation initiatives from proof-of-concept to production, including requirements gathering, proto@type development, pilot testing, and enterprise deployment. Champion the adoption of scalable digital tools and platforms for operational decision-making.

Business Intelligence and Reporting:

Develop dashboards and reporting mechanisms to visualize trends, patterns, and insights from automated systems, enhancing situational awareness and operational efficiency.

IT and Architecture Alignment:

Serve as a key liaison between transmission and substation engineering and IT, evaluating integration strategies, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity protocols, and supporting enterprise architecture reviews. Promote cross-functional collaboration to streamline solution delivery.

Vendor Partnerships for Specialized Tools:

Collaborate with vendors to adapt specialized tools for application. Business-side involvement ensures these tools effectively generate operational insights and improve the accuracy of decision-making.

Cross-functional Engagement and Communication:

Interface with internal stakeholders across Transmission, Substation, Distribution, IT, and Operations to define business requirements, assess technical feasibility, and support implementation of innovative engineering solutions.

Documentation and Compliance:

Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for automation and information handling processes, and work with security teams to ensure regulatory compliance.

Mentorship and Development

Support development of junior engineering staff through technical mentoring, training, and oversight of project deliverables.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

Solid foundation in electrical engineering principles, especially power flow study, power system equipment, power system protection setup and coordination, renewable energy integration, and grid operations

Familiarity with machine learning and artificial intelligence and their applications in solving practical power system problems.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-disciplinary projects and interface with IT teams for architectural review and solution deployment

Hands-on experience with power system automation tools and analytics.

Familiarity with PSSE, PowerWorld, PSCAD, Synergy, and other power system modeling tools.

Experience with data integration, large-scale data processing (SQL, Python, or related), and system interoperability

Effective communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders

Ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, project personnel, and all levels of management enterprise-wide to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related quantitative discipline required

Master's degree in Power Systems, Automation, Computer Engineering preferred

PE license is a plus

Experience :

Minimum 8 years of experience in electric utility industry with a focus on power system study, and/or utility engineering analytics

Experience leading or significantly contributing to engineering automation, predictive maintenance, or digital grid modernization initiatives

Demonstrated proficiency in scripting skills for power systems relevant projects.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Understanding of business intelligence tools, including Power BI and Tableau.

Knowledge of database technologies relevant to power systems.

Knowledge of or experience working with utility companies is desirable.

Working Conditions:

Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

Compensation and Benefits:

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:

$157,040.00-$174,490.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers' needs is part of every employee's role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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