Job Description:

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Power Systems Engineer to support the deployment and interconnection of large-scale PV and Energy Storage systems. This role requires experience and expertise with the interconnection of utility scale PV systems Energy Storage systems Distributed Energy Resources (DER) and inverter based resources (IBRs) at the transmission and distribution levels and a working knowledge of the interconnection requirements and processes of states Independent System Operators (ISOs) and Regional Transmission Operators (RTOs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead or assist customers with submission of interconnection applications for PV and Energy Storage projects under ISO RTO and utility-specific processes.
• Collaborate with project engineering development and permitting teams to ensure project designs comply with applicable state ISO/RTO utility and federal requirements.
• Translate ISO/RTO study requirements into technical guidance for product development teams.
• Support modeling and validation of inverter-based PV and storage systems per ISO/RTO/utility requirements (e.g. PSCAD PSSE PSLF etc.).
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation required for interconnection studies permitting and compliance audits.
• Generate regulatory compliance checklists risk assessments and mitigation plans for each project.
• Support responses to regulatory inquiries audits and compliance filings.
• Contribute to industry forums standards committees and working groups to shape emerging IBR regulations.

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 12 years of engineering experience and 10 years of experience with utility scale generation in particular transmission connected PV energy storage and/or other IBRs and DER.
• In-depth knowledge of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (PJM MISO CAISO ERCOT etc.).
• Working knowledge of FERC regulations NERC reliability standards PURPA and their application.
• Experience with grid modeling tools for interconnection and stability studies.
• Detailed understanding of interconnection standards: IEEE 1547 IEEE 2030 IEEE 2800 etc.
• Strong ability to interpret and communicate regulatory/technical requirements to cross-functional teams.
• Experience preparing regulatory filings compliance documentation and technical reports.
• Demonstrated success with projects with various ISOs and utilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.

Nextpower offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage dental and vision 401(K) participation including company matching company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off generous discretionary company bonuses life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextpowers benefits please view our company website at .

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience skills education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position (Applicable to California) is 160000.00 to 180000.00.

At Nextpower we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural electrical and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery higher performance and greater reliability helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed built and operated every day with smart technology data-driven insights and advanced automation. Together were building the foundation for the worlds next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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