UNITED STATES: Richmond, Virginia (preferred - other locations may be considered)
Job Overview: As an Interconnection Manager specializing in PSSE software, you will be responsible for overseeing interconnection projects within our organization, with a focus on utilizing PSSE software for power system analysis and planning. You will play a critical role in managing the technical aspects of interconnection projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and optimizing system performance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power system engineering, extensive experience with PSSE software, and a proven track record of successfully managing interconnection projects.
This team is responsible for managing all interconnection queue positions supporting projects under active development. This includes handling all communications with ISO/RTOs and utilities and developing a comprehensive interconnection strategy for every development project.
Responsibilities • Management and oversight of the interconnection team, including Interconnection Engineers and similar roles. • Support annual company goals and manage strategic interconnection initiatives including greenfield project siting in existing markets including: PJM, MISO, TVA, Southern Company and other areas in the SERC region. This position will support similar functions in new market areas as well. • Leadership of interconnection applications and study evaluations for utility-scale solar and battery storage queue projects. • Oversee negotiation of final interconnection agreements. • Coordination with internal and external teams to create new steady state, dynamic and PSCAD models for development projects. • Provide technical support to the development organization and other areas of the company as necessary. • Represent Urban Grid advocate its interests in technical stakeholder organizations of various ISO/RTOs.
Requirements • Master's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering preferred. • Proven leadership and management capabilities. • Excellent verbal, written, technical and presentation skills. • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving. • Minimum of 6 years of experience in the electric utility or renewable industry. • Understanding of power flow and other cost modeling tools including: PSSE, TARA, PROMOD or PowerWorld. • Familiarity with major North American Transmission Service Provider OATTs and interconnection processes is preferred. • Understanding of wholesale power market pricing and dynamics is preferred. • Strong work ethic and exceptionally high work standards.
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