Interconnection Engineer

Safety Compliance and Program Participation

Observe, comply with, and promote the company’s safety program, rules, requirements, and corporate safety goals.
Participate in safety-related processes, programs, and training.

Technical Expertise

Support RTO/ISO and utility interconnection practices and processes from development to COD.
Work closely with various stakeholders, including utility companies, regulatory bodies, and project developers, to support the interconnection process including assisting in obtaining or completing necessary certifications, contracts, and forms required for grid interconnection, scheduling, metering, and settlement purposes.
Support project schedule and budget development, monitor progress, and adjust plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
Affirmative action plan: Support the development of revenue-quality metering schemes in compliance with the standards of the respective ISO/RTO.
Coordinate the approval of revenue-quality metering schemes in compliance with the standards of the respective ISO/RTO.
Support final communications with ISOs/RTOs and the interconnected utilities for initial synchronization as described by the relevant ISO/RTO's procedures and operating manuals.
Collaborate, at direction of department leadership, with other operations team members on project execution and process development, including project procurement, construction management, and project controls.
Affirmative action plan: Assist with recommendations for continuous improvements in project interconnection processes and procedures.
Collaborate, at direction of department leadership, the HV Project Engineering team in developing best practices for the interconnection engineering process of utility-scale PV/BESS plants across different ISOs/RTOs.
Collaborate, at direction of department leadership, with team members when necessary to ensure effective communication and results.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in understanding interconnection agreements and requirements.
• Knowledge of test energy schedules and outage notification.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines.
• Skilled in problem-solving and resolving conflicts during interconnection process.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Civil, or related discipline) or equivalent level of experience.
• If no engineering degree, title would be modified.
• 2+ years experience of the interconnection process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of high-voltage, NERC/FERC standards, and IEEE standards.
• Advanced degrees in Engineering, Project Management, or Business Administration are a plus.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is highly preferred.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Heavy physical work, including lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Standing, walking, using tools, and climbing or balancing as part of the daily tasks.
• Outdoor work with exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to extreme hot or cold weather, excessive humidity, rain, chemical substances, and potential exposure to hazardous equipment.

Location

Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shop.

Example of Mobility Barriers

Uneven ground level, obstructed pathways, work performed at low and/or high elevations, work performed in confined areas.

Climate/Environmental Conditions at Job Site

• Predominately outdoor climate.
• Excessive humidity, rain, etc.
• Variety of noise levels caused by tools, machinery, equipment etc.
• Potential exposure to chemical substances.
• Work performed around hazardous equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hanwha Qcells is proud to be an at-will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.