Associate Engineer, Interconnection

The Associate Engineer of Interconnection is an entry-level position supporting multiple generation interconnections for wind, solar and battery storage projects. The ideal candidate for this position is a recent engineering school graduate and a self-motivated individual with practical real-world experience in the renewable energy industry. This candidate has some engineering, generation interconnection, or transmission planning experience and will be capable of supporting a wide range of technical project tasks. The ideal candidate will have a passion for renewable energy and a strong desire to grow technically. This position requires the ability to manage multiple workloads in a fast-paced environment. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include the following: Project Management Support the generator interconnection process schedule: accomplishment of milestones and due date of study deposits. Support the submission of interconnection requests for new projects; ensuring all technical and non-technical requirements are met. Support the tracking of project budgets, timelines, and documentation. Coordinate such efforts with the development and finance teams. Contract Management Support the review and administration of executed contracts, interaction with counterparties, and review of invoices through the AP system. Finance and Commercial Matters Provide support for commercial negotiations. Develop tools to disseminate interconnection costs and assumptions for a range of negotiating situations. Stakeholder relationships Learn to interface with tr ansmission owners, transmission providers, and other entities to drive project and collective success. Engineering Design, Technology, Construction and Operation (Includes Interconnection, battery storage, solar, and wind) Learn electrical designs for collection systems, project substations and generation radial lines. Support the review of interconnection studies, system impact, facilities and SSR studies. Provide information to the Development team to support the Interconnection process; monitor timelines and coordinate adherence. Assist New Projects team to identify viable POIs for new project opportunities, managing injection studies with consultants. Internal (Teamwork) Receive and provide productive feedback effectively and demonstrate ability to make changes based on feedback Identify and elevate potential issues or concerns to the appropriate more senior staff. Address an increasing range of issues independently. Identify and address gaps in knowledge needed to Address core business issues and commonly encountered issues and concerns. Ensure your work has zero errors prior to sharing with team members. During project handoff, coordinate data and documentation management between the Interconnection team and other internal and external parties. Advance Scout Conduct analysis and solicit input needed from other teams to inform your…