Sr. Interconnection Engineer (Solar & Bess)

About the role

Are you ready to join a leading global renewable energy company that is making a positive impact on the world? We are X-ELIO, a Brookfield-owned company and a global leader in the renewable energy sector; with over 3 GW of renewable projects (solar/BESS) built, we currently operate in 12 countries and have a development pipeline of 12 GW of solar and 14 GW of BESS capacity. The selected professional will manage the interconnection process for X-ELIO's BESS & PV portfolio, from mid‑stage studies through construction and COD, ensuring compliance, technical excellence, and seamless coordination among utilities, ISOs and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead interconnection activities from mid‑stage studies through COD across utilities and ISOs.
• Manage ICX study schedules, planning, model submissions (RARF/QSA/PLD), and technical reviews.
• Coordinate with utilities/ISOs and internal teams (ENGI, DEV, Construction, Compliance, PDM, IT) to maintain milestones and ensure project deliverables.
• Oversee technical studies including SSR, short‑circuit, reactive power, and commissioning dynamic models.
• Review and execute interconnection agreements, scopes, and required updates following design changes.
• Support post‑COD operations with technical due diligence, compliance inputs, and evaluation of BESS integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Power Systems specialization preferred.
• Master’s degree in renewable energy, grid operations, or electrical power systems is a plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in power systems highly valued.
• 3–5 years’ experience with transmission‑connected inverter‑based generation.
• 2+ years’ experience with TARA, PSSE, PSLF (steady‑state, AC contingency analysis).
• 2+ years of PSCAD modeling preferred.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Aspen, PowerWorld, AutoCAD is a plus.

Benefits

• Career Growth: Development opportunities within an international company.
• Performance-Based Bonus: Annual bonus tied to individual and company performance.
• Flexible Work Model: Hybrid remote setup.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Health insurance plus an HSA for tax-free medical expenses.
• Continuous Learning: Technical and leadership training programs.