Technical Director - Interconnection & Planning SERC OR Eastern Interconnect

Overview

We are designing the Grid of the future!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers, (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient gid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

Responsibilities

Join us in leading the change!

EPE is looking to recruit a Technical Director with a background in Interconnection or Transmission Planning studies in the Eastern Interconnect with a preference given to candidates with experience in the SERC region. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.

How you can make an impact

• 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.
• Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades.
• Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes across 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.
• Deep expertise in SERC would be preferred but knowledge of any other regions in the Eastern Interconnect would be valuable.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

• 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.
• 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.

Beneficial Experience

• Direct experience working at an ISO/Utility or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.
• Experience with large load interconnection studies.
• Experience with DER interconnection or studies.
• Experience with production cost modelling.
• Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL)

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Continuous Education Benefits
• 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.

Location: This position is open to remote US/Canada

Travel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

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