Grid Integration Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough design review of OEM submittals, including equipment drawings, datasheets, test plans, test reports, and more.
• Review Project SLD, layouts, general arrangements, etc.
• Review and track C&P hardware and software design and testing activities, including review of all plans and reports, and witnessing tests as needed.
• Define the scope of required system design, performance, and interconnections studies, and review results for accuracy, compliance, and other impacts to Project design.
• Track C&P design progress, update all stakeholders and ensure that critical dates related to C&P equipment are met on time.
• Coverage with operations team to ensure a smooth project turnover, with all inputs from the HVDC OEM received and lessons learned incorporated prior to project turnover.
• Monitor project construction, installation, testing, and commissioning progress both remotely and via on-site inspections, support resolution of any field issues.
• Attend on-site meetings as needed with contractors.
• Witness factory acceptance testing for Control & Protection Systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems
• 1-2+ years of work experience in the Power industry, including internships
• Knowledge of power systems and control systems, acquired through specific coursework and internships
• Understanding of HV electrical infrastructure (transmission lines, transformers, substations/switchyards, etc.)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a focus on achieving results
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%
• Valid driver’s license

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Power Electronics, HVDC systems, Control & Protection, SCADA, and associated equipment
• Experience with power systems simulation tools such as PSSE, PSCAD, RTDS
• Experience with design, engineering, and construction of energy infrastructure projects

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a focus on achieving results
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%

Benefits

• Base Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 USD
• Annual Bonus: 15%

Pay

Base Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 USD

Schedule

Based out of Invenergy's office in downtown Chicago, IL.