Manager, HV Engineering

Summary

Join Intersect Power, a leading clean energy company, as a Senior HV Project Engineer/Engineering Manager. You will lead HV design and strategy, manage utility interconnection coordination, and collaborate with external consultants throughout project lifecycles. This role requires extensive experience in HV transmission and substation design, project management, and interconnection processes. Intersect Power offers a flexible work environment, comprehensive benefits including unlimited PTO and paid parental leave, and a supportive team culture. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge of power system design, modeling tools, and a strong understanding of renewable energy technologies. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Practical understanding of HV transmission and substation equipment, MV distribution equipment, design/cost trade-offs, metering, relaying, and SCADA/plant controllers
• Technical background in power system design and studies
• Manage interconnection study processes in ERCOT and CAISO, familiar with various studies in process, and conducts reviewing/challenging of the study results
• Capable of assembling an interconnection application
• Highly organized and effective project management skills
• Advanced knowledge of Steady state modeling tools such as ETAP, SKP, DigSILENT or similar
• Understanding of Dynamic modeling tools such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD or similar tools
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Practical knowledge of working with EPCs and utilities during the design and construction phases
• Basic understanding and working knowledge of LMPs
• Basic understanding of advantages/trade-offs of the different technologies, system design, optimization levers, cost drivers, contracting pitfalls, construction challenges, life cycle use, and challenges
• Minimum of 8 years managing HV work and/or interconnection of utility-scale renewable projects for a developer, or working as a consultant to developers (IE or OE) OR a minimum of 8 years working on EPC HV design or in transmission planning studies
• Experience creating specifications and designs of HV transmission and substation equipment OR experience contracting or constructing HV transmission and substations
• Experience taking 5 or more projects through CAISO, ERCOT, or SPP interconnection processes
• Experience building or reviewing Interconnection applications and Dynamic models of utility-scale renewable facilities to ensure quality and accuracy. Capable of coordinating and reviewing the scope and studies of the interconnection process

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the preliminary HV transmission and substation design, MV distribution preliminary designs, and single-line creation of the HV facilities
• Manage and own the relationship with the interconnecting utility, leading monthly implementation meetings, RFIs, and all technical design decisions during the development and execution stages
• Manage and own the relationship with the EoR, OE, IE, EPC, or any other external consultants and vendors to work collaboratively on the design, optimization, and review of the facility during the design and execution phases
• Responsible for development and maintenance of technical specifications, design criteria, standards, and exhibits (EPC technical exhibits, testing protocols, vendor specifications, etc.) to ensure all documentation is comprehensive and maintains a high-quality product
• Lead and maintain ownership over the entire interconnection process, from application filing to COD, by working with external consulting partners
• Maintain and improve upon the existing engineering tools for design, analysis, and calculation
• Advise on any HV technical aspects on PPA negotiations, interconnection agreements, financing, or any other relevant legal agreements
• Accountable for meeting the offtake requirements with a cost-optimized and constructable solution
• Aid in EPC RFP and commercial supply agreements to ensure technical requirements are accurately defined and reflected while ensuring lower LCOE
• Support LMP analysis with generation and transmission assumptions and results review
• Work towards becoming the HV technical lead for IE diligence and project financing
• Work cross functionally between development, land, permitting, engineering, construction, and operation teams
• Ensure timely and cost-effective resolution to regulatory, permitting, and technical issues associated with the execution and delivery of the facility
• Ensure the highest level of environmental health and safety standards in all engineering with aspects of the facility

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred experience in two or more markets, and preferred experience in the implementation phase (pre-EPC contract through COD)

Benefits

• Salary: USD140,000 - $150,000 base salary with 25% annual target bonus
• Exceptional Healthcare: Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents
• Financial Security: Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track
• Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) + two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year)
• Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents
• Mental Health and Well-being: Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Ginger, providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally
• Family Planning Support: Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents
• Perks: Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on UberEats and a pet insurance allowance
• Tech-Ready: Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more. Set up your home office with provided furniture, including a desk and chair