Associate Director, Grid Integration

Company

Cypress Creek Renewables (CCR) is a leading renewables Independent Power Producer. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Our mission is to power a sustainable future, one project at a time. Since inception, CCR has developed more than 11GW of solar projects. Today we own 2GW of solar and through our O&M Services business, we operate 4GW of solar projects, the fourth largest provider in the US.

The Role

CCR seeks an interconnection process manager with a deep knowledge of interconnection processes in PJM, ISONE, and/or NYISO. The role will enhance CCR’s greenfield development and M&A efforts by supporting due diligence to identify opportunities for interconnecting solar and storage projects, file new interconnection requests, scrutinize pre-NTP interconnection study results, lead LGIA negotiation, manage post IA milestones, and support post-NTP project execution.   

 This role requires experience with: 

• Management of large generator interconnection requests through interconnection study processes, negotiating interconnection agreements, and managing interconnection-related milestones during the project construction and commissioning phase  
• Electrical or energy engineering experience with power flow studies, contingency analysis, stability analysis commonly used in generator interconnection and transmission planning studies (including familiarity with TARA, PSS/E, PowerWorld or similar software package)  
• Participation in generator interconnection process tariff related stakeholder processes and local, regional, or inter-regional transmission planning processes  
• Familiarity with geospatial and common grid analysis software tools (ARC Gis, Nira,  Pearl Street, etc)  

Requirements:

• • BA/BS degree in energy engineering required, PE preferred  
  • 5+ years of experience managing interconnection requests and study processes at a large infrastructure developer, an electric utility, transmission provider, or energy consultant, ideally in PJM, ISONE, and/or NYISO 
  • Excellent OATT research and analytical skills. Preference for understanding of legal issues surrounding LGIA disputes 
  • Excellent attention to detail, concise communication, and demonstrated ability to build consensus with cross-functional internal teams 
  • A preference for candidates with a strong network of interconnection process managers at in market transmission providers  
  • A preference for candidates with interest or experience with Eastern ISO capacity, ancillary service, and energy market design issues 
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and diligent  
  • Self-motivated and driven with a high level of initiative and creative problem solving  

Locations: Cypress Creek Offices – Preference for Durham, NC or Washington, DC

Benefits:

• 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
• 5% 401(k) Match
• Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
• Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Phone Bill Reimbursement
• Fully expensed company travel, mileage reimbursement

A note to Recruiting Agencies Cypress Creek Renewables Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of CCR and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team. 

Cypress Creek Renewables is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is inclusive and values diversity, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.