HV Engineer

Summary

Join Intersect Power, a leading clean energy company, as an HV Engineer and contribute to the development, financing, construction, and commissioning of renewable energy facilities. You will be responsible for HV design, EPC design coordination, utility interconnection coordination, and providing technical support to the operations team. This role offers a flexible work environment with team gatherings at various hub locations across North America. Intersect Power provides a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive healthcare, retirement benefits, unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, mental health and well-being support, and various perks.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of HV transmission, substation equipment, MV distribution, metering, relaying, and SCADA/plant controllers
• Technical expertise in power system design and studies
• Experience managing interconnection study processes in ERCOT and CAISO, reviewing and challenging study results
• Highly organized with effective project management skills
• Advanced knowledge of steady-state modeling tools like ETAP, SKP, and DigSILENT
• Proficient in Excel
• Practical experience working with EPCs and utilities during design and construction phases
• Basic understanding of technology trade-offs, system design optimization, cost drivers, and construction challenges
• Minimum 5 years managing HV work or interconnection of utility-scale renewable projects for a developer or consultant (IE/OE) or in EPC HV design
• Experience creating specifications/designs for HV transmission and substation equipment or contracting/construction of HV transmission and substations
• Led 5+ projects through CAISO, ERCOT, or SPP interconnection processes, with experience in multiple markets and in the implementation phase (pre-EPC through COD)

Responsibilities

• Develop and review preliminary HV transmission and substation design, MV distribution preliminary designs, and single-line creation of the HV facilities
• Participate in recurring meetings with the interconnecting utility to discuss and address technical items during the development and execution stages
• Collaborate  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
• Participate in the 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
• Maintain and improve upon the existing engineering tools for design, analysis, and calculation
• Aid in EPC RFP and commercial supply agreements to ensure technical requirements are accurately defined and reflected while ensuring lower LCOE
• 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

Benefits

• 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). We believe in the importance of rest and relaxation
• Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. We support you through the exciting journey of parenthood
• 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. We care about the little things that make a big difference
• 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