Solar Interconnection Manager | Irvine, CA (Remote) 13 views

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Location: Irvine, CA (Remote)
Legal Entity: BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC
Title: Interconnection Manager
Location: 18575 Jamboree Road, Irvine, California, 92612, United States (may telecommute)
Job Type: Full-time, Salary
Salary Range: $165,000 to $185,000 (base)

About Us:
At BayWa r.e., we’re striving to make energy better every day. We do this by not only implementing the best renewable technologies and projects but by also being a great long-term energy partner with a focus on continuous innovation.

We are a leading global renewable energy developer, service supplier, wholesaler, and energy solutions provider. As a global leader, BayWa r.e. is committed to being a solid partner for the long-run and actively shaping the future of energy.

BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC is a part of the $28.8 billion BayWa Group.

BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC is a global partner in the planning, funding, construction, and operations management of utility scale solar projects. We deliver renewable energy solutions worldwide, and have brought over 4 GW of energy online, while managing over 10 GW of assets.
Every day we are working hard to find new solutions, push technological boundaries, and actively shape the future of energy. BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC based in Irvine, CA is responsible for the group’s North American activities in the solar and storage sectors and has over 10 GW of project pipeline in the U.S. and Mexico.

Purpose:

BayWa r.e. Solar Projects, LLC is seeking a Interconnection Manager to join our team.

This role is responsible for the following:
Lead the interconnection process of utility scale solar and energy storage projects.
Perform load flow, dynamic and reactive analysis based on the local energy grid requirements.
Create and support TARA, PSLF, PSS_E and PSCAD models to represent a project during the interconnection process and perform Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) compliance and technical analysis during the commissioning phase.
Provide due diligence engineering review.
Support origination and project development teams from site selection through operation.
Determine the optimum strategy for interconnecting the project to the electric grid based on system impact assessments and market delivery options.
Use analytical tools and methods to determine optimum plan for interconnection.
Leverage knowledge of tariffs, transmission agreements, and transmission policies to evaluate and recommend project strategies and opportunities.
Assesses transmission grid capacity in a region by reviewing and verifying technical studies performed by transmission providers and communicate and negotiate with regional transmission providers to develop the most efficient and cost-effective plan for integrating the project into the electric power grid.
Coordinate the development of necessary modeling data with multi-disciplinary team for generation of interconnection technical studies for submission to utilities companies.
Participate in technical and policy based committees to advocate for decisions which are favorable for renewable energy projects.
Perform transmission planning engineering studies and assist with developing electric transmission solutions.
Perform all computer modeling necessary to conduct power flow and stability studies in support of Business Development opportunities and evaluation.
Run due diligence on interconnection process for late stage projects to adequately estimate timing and cost impacts, and provide guidance to origination, development engineering, and finance departments.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:
The ideal candidate demonstrates:
Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
4 years of experience as an Engineer working with energy transmission and electric power distribution systems.
The 4 years of experience must have included performing engineering review and analysis of electric generation, transmission and distribution utility projects, and related simulation modeling and NERC compliance analysis.
Up to 20% domestic travel required.

What we are ready to offer you:
Total compensation package dependent upon a number of factors, including candidate’s professional experience, candidate’s skills, position’s seniority level, department’s hiring budget, and position’s location.
Bonus potential based on individual and company performance.
Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans.
401(k) retirement plan with 5% employer matching.
Flexible work hours and remote first culture.
Uncapped/unlimited recreational time off.
Paid leave (including parental leave).
Health and wellness benefit; up to $500 annually.
Free language lessons.
Virtual yoga, breathwork and stretching sessions with colleagues via intranet.
Educational reimbursement.
For Irvine, CA LE’s only: Gym access and snacks for Irvine, CA employees.
Relocation assistance, as applicable.
A diverse and inclusive global team with a strong culture focusing on employee health and wellbeing.
The possibility to make a positive contribution to our planet and use your world class marketing knowledge to set new standards in Renewable Energy.

Are our values your values?

Are you ambitious enough to make a big impact in our business and beyond? Do you create meaningful solutions?

Do you believe that we succeed as a team? We collaborate honestly, friendly, and respectfully. We have fun and celebrate our successes. How about you?

Are you reliable? We create trust by taking on responsibility.

Do you inspire others with an open mind, courage, and innovation? We challenge the status quo.

Our values define our unique way of working together and give us direction in our daily actions.

At BayWa r.e. we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

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