Senior Engineer - Transmission & Interconnection - Battery Storage

January 1

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Plus Power

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Energy Storage • Renewable Energy • Project Origination • Project Development • Market Analysis

51 - 200 employees

⚡ Energy

💰 $219M Debt Financing on 2021-11

Description

• Plus Power is seeking a Senior Engineer, Transmission & Interconnection for business development and strategic analysis. • Role includes preparing and submitting transmission interconnection requests and creating dynamic models for utility-scale standalone storage projects. • The position supports optimal interconnection strategies based on various assessments and data analysis.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience with power system analysis specifically interconnection studies and interconnection queue management. • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with preference given to advanced degrees. • Previous experience in an IPP (preferred) or as an interconnection studies consultant. • Strong subject matter expertise in one or more organized markets other than ERCOT (i.e., CAISO, SPP, MISO, PJM). • Proficient in utilizing power flow, and dynamic simulation software (TARA, PSCAD, PSSE and PSLF). • Understanding of, or willingness to learn about, electricity market policy and rules with respect to interconnection and transmission planning. • Demonstrated ability to work well in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members. • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing technical challenges. • A focus on finding and implementing solutions rather than dwelling on obstacles. • Demonstrated ability to simultaneously support multiple projects across multiple states and regions while working in a dynamic, fast paced environment. • Proficiency in maintaining transparency and openness in all aspects of work, ensuring clear and timely updates to team members and stakeholders. • Commitment to fostering a collaborative environment where information is freely shared, and team input is valued. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical analysis in a simplified matter to the internal management team and/or external parties. • Strong Python coding skills highly preferred (or basic skills with motivation and desire to learn). • Advanced Excel, VBA, and SQL skills including experience with modeling/programming. • Intermediate to advanced computing skills including MS Office Suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Benefits

• Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators. • Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, and Palm Beach. • Ability to work remotely within the United States or from our office in The Woodlands, Texas. • Unlimited vacation, flexible remote work, work from home stipend, educational assistance, parental leave, and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth.