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esVolta, LP · 1 month ago

Interconnection Engineer

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$140K/yr - $140K/yr

3+ years exp

esVolta, LP is a leading developer, owner and operator of utility-scale energy storage projects across North America. The Interconnection Engineer will support the execution of utility scale battery energy storage projects from development through commissioning, facilitating communication and coordination between various teams to ensure seamless interconnection.

EnergyEnergy ManagementEnergy StorageRenewable Energy

Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate communication and coordination between Project Development, EPC, and Market Operations teams to achieve seamless interconnection of utility-scale storage projects

Guide the development of necessary systems and processes to ensure that technical inputs and assumptions are vetted at each stage of a project’s lifecycle, from Interconnection Request through to Commercial Operations, to ensure seamless handoffs between Development, EPC, and Asset Management as a project matures

Facilitate the interconnection process by preparing and filing interconnection requests, providing guidance and support to internal and external parties on the development of technical materials. Support project execution by reviewing transmission system analysis, interconnection agencies and procedures

Lead the review of all interconnection-related studies, including those performed by consultants and transmission owners. Prepare for and participate in study review meetings and document key outcomes

Analyze interconnection due diligence materials to support project acquisition efforts, identify existing and potential red flags

Support the electrical design and associated interconnection application process for utility scale storage projects

Register as the Company’s point of contact or authorized user for each transmission owner’s portal (i.e. CAISO, WECC Utilities, Eastern Interconnect RTOs and utilities, etc.)

Lead utility status calls, maintain utility relationships, and manage utility performance to tariff deadlines

Ensure project compliance with GIA, and utility standards

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local grid codes and regulations

Maintain operational knowledge of grid code and associated safety by design standards, regulations, laws, and procedures

Qualification

Power Systems EngineeringInterconnection StudiesPowerflow SoftwareBattery Energy Storage SystemsTransmission Systems KnowledgeMicrosoft 365Communication SkillsTeamwork OrientationProblem SolvingTime Management

Required

ABET accredited bachelor's degree in Power Systems, electrical engineering or related field

3+ years of experience in renewable or clean energy design and interconnection, with deep understanding of tariff structures and business practices within CAISO, WECC markets, or Eastern Interconnect markets

TARA, PSSE, PowerWorld, PSLF, or other Powerflow software experience required

Proven ability to leverage deep knowledge of interconnection studies (SIS, Facilities Studies, etc.) within the CAISO, WECC markets, or Eastern Interconnect markets to assess project feasibility and guide development decisions

Strong knowledge of transmission systems and transmission expansion plans in US

Proficiency in interpreting electrical diagrams, site plans, and preparing interconnection request packages

Working knowledge of NERC planning standards and FERC rules and regulations

Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365

Superior communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal

Outstanding interpersonal skills, including an ability to maintain calm and effective exchanges by all parties during stressful situations, and executive level reporting that ensures timely action and decision making in time-pressured scenarios

Open to change based on diverse input and feedback

Willingness to be remotely based and ability to travel to project sites

Willing to travel up to 15%

Demonstrate strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem solving, organizational and leadership skills

Strong time management and analytical skills

Preferred

PE or equivalent Certification

UPLAN, PLEXOS, or other market simulation and forecasting tool experience

Programming experience

Familiarity with battery energy storage systems (BESS) design and technical standards

Experience with substation design and transmission-level power system protection and coordination

Benefits

401k program with 6% match

20 vacation days, 5 sick days and 9 observed holidays

Medical, dental and vision care benefits

Monthly cell phone stipend

Company

esVolta, LP

Focused on sustainability and innovation, esVolta develops, owns, and operates reliable utility-scale energy storage assets across the entire lifecycle - delivering value for utilities, energy users, and investors.

Founded in 2017

Newport Beach, California, USA

51-200 employees