Grid Integration Engineer II
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 100000 - 140000
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
ROLE OVERVIEW
Pivot Energy is seeking a skilled Grid Integration Engineer with expertise in Transmission and Distribution Power Systems and experience integrating solar renewables to join our dynamic this role you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless integration of solar energy systems into the electrical grid optimizing performance and maintaining grid stability. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions and overcome technical challenges in renewable energy integration.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to apply knowledge of interconnection processes and regulatory frameworks to active projects. Interprets and follows applicable codes and utility tariffs.
- Review detailed feasibility studies and technical assessments to evaluate grid impact and optimize system performance while suggesting mitigation methods for Pivot Energy to integrate solar renewable energy into the EDCs grid.
- Develop and execute test plans to validate grid connection and performance of solar projects. Test plans may include running self-modeled power flow to pre-determine grid impacts during the project origination stage.
- Writes internal reports recommending promising technologies for further exploration.
- Prepares briefing materials on project interconnection denials/approvals for strategic decision-making.
- Collaborates with utilities developers and internal teams to address system integration needs and ensure project milestones are met.
- Provide technical expertise and support during project planning execution and commissioning phases.
- Stay updated on industry trends regulations and emerging technologies related to grid integration and renewable energy
- Contribute to a culture of accountability inclusion and mutual respect.
- Challenge assumptions by asking questions and exploring alternative perspectives thinking outside the box.
- Regularly seek opportunities to incorporate data into work in innovative ways.
REQUIRED COMPENTICIES
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering.
- Masters degree preferred / strong Power Systems discipline is preferred.
- 1 years of experience in DER interconnection required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in power systems analysis (i.e. distribution planning or transmission planning) grid integration teams preferably in solar renewables.
- Proficiency in grid modeling software (e.g. PSS/E PSCAD Cyme Synergi) and familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE IEC and NEC.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Proven track record of delivering successful projects within budget and schedule constraints.
- Must be analytical self-motivated and possess the ability to work in high-pressure situations while maintaining a positive enthusiastic attitude
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
- EIT certification.
- Experience with energy storage systems and their integration into solar projects. - Knowledge of energy management systems (EMS) and SCADA systems.
- Sub-transmission (34.5 69 kV) and Distribution level (34.5 kV and below) Protection and Control relay settings and coordination
- Familiarity with renewable energy policies incentives and regulatory frameworks.
$100000 - $140000 a year
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The estimated base salary range for this position is $100000-$140000 depending on relevant experience along with eligibility for the companys substantial bonus plan with a target bonus of 30% of annual salary (prorated in first year based on start date).
Pivot Energy is dedicated to providing a great work experience for all employees placing an emphasis on company culture and a focus on our people. To that end Pivot offers an outstanding benefits package that includes:
- Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
- Four weeks of vacation (prorated in first year)
- Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
- Generous parental leave
- 401(k) matching
- Home Office set-up stipend for new employees
- Public transit reimbursement
- PTO for volunteering in the community
- Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
- Professional development and educational reimbursements
A complete list of all the benefits Pivot offers may be provided upon request.
Recruitment Agency Notice:
We appreciate your interest in partnering with us; however we are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role.
ABOUT PIVOT
Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops finances builds owns and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nations electricity increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities and provide real cost-savings to American businesses and
families.
We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power generation. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for income-limited families create workforce pathways for under-represented groups within the solar industry and include robust community investment opportunities.
As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denvers Best Places to Work we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment thriving society and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental social and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community our employees customers shareholders and the more in our annual ESG Report.
At Pivot our core values guide our work internally and externally:
Impact We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people communities and the planet
Balance Put family first; work hard/have fun
Determination Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge
Professionalism Impress everyone we touch be a team player
Honesty Be truthful and transparent externally and internally
Kindness Create an environment where kindness empathy and vulnerability are embraced
DIVERSITY EQUITY INCLUSION and JUSTICE STATEMENT
At Pivot we are proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture rooted in mutual respect that supports a workforce of different generations races gender identities sexual orientations ability statuses religions and cultures to work collaboratively together for greater impact. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building celebrates each others successes and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot.
Pivot invests in company-wide trainings assessments and programs to advance internal inclusion and equity practices such as employee allyship building cross-cultural communications and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.
EEO STATEMENT
Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes empowers and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.
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