Electric Power Engineers ยท 2 weeks ago
Associate Technical Director - Interconnection Services
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expElectric Power Engineers (EPE) is focused on designing the grid of the future. They are seeking an Associate Technical Director to support their growth strategy by providing subject matter expertise in interconnection studies and collaborating with senior leadership and clients.
ConsultingElectronicsEnergyMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and advise internal/external stakeholders on complex interconnection studies including loadflow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Eastern Interconnect
Possess strong collaboration skills, ability to pull together diverse teams across the organization to provide the best experience for the client
Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades and project success
Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes with a focus on ISO New England and NYISO but broadly across all of the Eastern Interconnect
Work with senior leadership to develop new tools and services
Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes
Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided
Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies
Support responses to RFPs, DOE grants and development of Scopes of Work
Participate and coordinate industry involvement through conferences, speaking opportunities, technical paper submissions, etc
Qualification
Required
Minimum 8 years of experience in the electric energy industry
Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies
Active participation and leadership in industry taskforces and/or working groups
Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards
Deep expertise in the Eastern Interconnect; NYISO or ISO New England highly preferred
In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld. ASPEN and PSCAD
Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams
Preferred
Direct experience working at ISO New England, NYISO, a utility in their footprint or on behalf of these entities as a consultant
Experience with large load interconnection studies
Experience with DER interconnection or studies
Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL)
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Employee Ownership Program
Work with industry leaders
401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)
Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.
Company
Electric Power Engineers
Electric Power Engineers, Inc. (EPE) is a leading power engineering consulting firm.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Hala N. Ballouz
Founder, Board Chair, and Chief Vision Officer
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