Job Description
The Senior Interconnection Engineer at Nexamp is responsible for managing utility interconnection processes, providing technical expertise on renewable energy project integration, and supporting project development and optimization within the renewable energy sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage utility interconnection applications from submission to project closeout.
- Perform detailed review, analysis, and interpretation of technical documentation and utility reports.
- Provide expert technical advice during interconnection study reviews and recommend outcomes.
- Prepare interconnection cost estimates and conduct hosting capacity analyses.
- Collaborate with Project Managers on value engineering and cost optimization.
- Support negotiations and resolve disputes related to project timelines and costs.
- Participate in technical closure activities, including site visits and witness tests.
- Lead technical assessments to identify and resolve interconnection challenges in specific regions.
- Review project designs, including single line and site layout diagrams, for utility compliance.
- Support internal and external technical working groups and industry standard-setting initiatives.
Requirements
- 3 years of relevant experience with a utility, solar developer, Regional Transmission Organization, or consultancy, focusing on technical aspects of interconnection or interconnection-related activities and issues.
- Strong knowledge of industry standard design codes such as National Electric Code, International Building Code, International Fire Code and other standards relevant to the industry.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Working knowledge in AutoCAD software.
- Moderate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Moderate proficiency with Microsoft collaboration tools such as Salesforce, Teams, Power BI, SharePoint, etc.
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
- Ability to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- EIT Certification.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation package ranging from $120,000 to $135,000
Participation in incentive programs such as annual bonuses and other performance-based incentives
Eligibility to participate in the company's stock option plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
Flexible paid time off and holiday PTO
401(k) employer-match retirement plan
Commuter benefits
Cell phone reimbursement
Healthy snacks and coffee
Company service days and volunteer opportunities
Company outings
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