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Responsible for enterprise level development of Distributed System Platform technology, ideation and road mapping

Technical liaison between Projects and Process & Technology for the creation and updating of company standards. Responsible for delivery and implementation of new innovative technologies from trials to Business as Usual to improve network operations and reduce overall costs. Provided technical guidance related to competitive transmission opportunities. Led all activities associated with the safe, reliable interconnection of Distributed Generation within United Illuminating's territory.

Process redesign and development of work management business are, RFP development, vendor proposal evaluation and contract negotiations.

Led analysis and implementation of work methods and technologies to enhance company resources for cost reduction, productivity improvements and improved service quality.

Performed capacity and reliability analysis of the distribution system and analyzed impacts of customer load additions. Technical subject matter expert related to distribution capacity and reliability planning. Recommended changes in design and/or operation of the electric system to improve economies or operation flexibility.

Analyzed and developed work methods and techniques to enhance company resources for cost reduction, productivity improvements and improved service quality.

Developed distribution planning area studies evaluating reliability and capacity of substations and circuits. Developed scope and estimates of capacity and/or reliability improvement plans as required. Determined settings for voltage regulating equipment and parameters for power factor control of capacitor banks.

Responsible for investigating customer inquiries related to voltage quality, reliability of service and electrical damage claims. Developed work plans for voltage conversions along with switching and tagging plans for planned work.