This is a results-oriented role that would suit a highly motivated individual with experience in renewable energy technologies. The successful candidate will work with SWEB Development’s (SWEB) team members with expertise in renewable energy policy and incentives, real estate, GIS, legal, design, permitting, site preparation, engineering, finance and construction. Strong project management skills and motivation are a requirement, as it will be expected that the successful candidate become a “tariff expert” with regards to utility and ISO timelines, costs, requirements, etc. The successful candidate should have an interest in design tool development and code/standard work. The successful candidate should appreciate and understand the intersection between project engineering decisions and project finance. The main focus of this position is to assist on US based renewable energy projects, with up to 90% of time spent therein, with remaining time spend assisting on Canadian projects. Technical engineering and software training will be provided by SWEB as needed. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to:
- represent SWEB as a technical expert with utilities, ISOs, and / or RTOs
- calculate solar energy yield using PVSyst
- supporting site acquisition with information on grid capacity
- developing single line diagrams for distribution and transmission-level Interconnection applications
- running power flow analyses of utility scale projects for different scenarios of congestion constraints
- maintaining knowledge of tariffs and technical standards at the utility scale projects
- familiarity working with wholesale energy markets as well as ancillary service markets
- analyzing Feasibility, System Impact and Facility Studies from the utilities, ISOs and / or RTOs for cost reductions and time reduction of upgrades
- informing design and decisions for projects in queue
- negotiating system upgrade alternatives for cost, and timelines
- negotiating utility, ISO, and / or RTO level Interconnection Service Agreements
- performing site visits periodically over the course of the projects
- tracking technological advancements and drive adoption, as applicable
- act as a liaison between electrical suppliers and EPCs
- supporting pre-construction team with interconnection requirements and electrical design
- supporting construction team with technical tasks, including design, equipment selection and changes as well as managing utility, ISO, and / or RTO schedules
- supporting financing team and operations team with technical queries
- The above job specifications do not imply that these requirements are exclusive standards for the position. Candidates will be given instruction, and perform related duties, as may be required by their manager
