McDermott International

LUT- Transmission Associate

McDermott International • $80K — $95K *
Houston, TX 77084In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's preferred
  • 3 - 5 years in the utility industry with generation interconnection experience
  • Expertise in PSSE and Power Flow software, including Steady State and Short Circuit analysis
  • Familiarity with programming languages like Python, Java, and SQL
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong analytical, communication, and relationship management skills

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with RTOs/ISOs to optimize Generation Queue position
  • Analyze interconnection studies and inform Development on financial aspects and next steps
  • Address deficiencies in technical modeling involving PSSE and PSCAD
  • Conduct powerflow studies to validate or challenge interconnection results
  • Monitor timelines and milestones for individual projects throughout the interconnection process
  • Support project developers in securing necessary access for competitiveness
  • Assist in mitigating transmission risks within the company's portfolio

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive work environment for growth
  • Involvement in innovative renewable projects
  • Possibility for flexible work arrangements
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Overview:

The Transmission Associate will support Generation Interconnection projects across North America. This includes reviewing System Impact, Facility Studies, Affected System studies and support interconnection throughout the Interconnection Process. Respond to Deficiencies related to technical modeling such as PSSE, PSCAD, Short Circuit, etc. Run technical studies to support greenfield and development efforts related to renewable projects. Track regulatory developments in assigned markets in order to advise the project team in handling all transmission-related issues and minimizing potential risks for the company.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
  • Work with RTOs/ISOs and utilities to enhance Generation Queue position through the interconnection process
  • Review and analyze interconnection studies and brief Development on costs and next steps
  • Respond to Deficiencies related to technical modeling, PSSE, PSCAD, Short Circuit, etc
  • Run powerflow studies to mimic or dispute interconnection study results
  • Understand timelines, milestones associated with Interconnection process and track upcoming deadlines, payments and milestones for individual projects
  • Work with project developers to ensure each project has adequate support or the access needed to ensure competitiveness
  • Support Market Operations and the rest of the Energy Management team in all transmission-related matters
  • Mitigate transmission risks within EDPR's portfolio
  • Additional duties as required

Direct reports: None
Travel: 0 - 10%

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Master's degree preferred
  • 3 - 5 years in the utility industry; generation interconnection experience required
  • Knowledge and understanding of PSSE and Power Flow software (Steady State, Dynamic, Short Circuit, Transient stability)
  • Familiarity with programming skills such as Python, Java, SQL, etc
  • Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
  • Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise required

Behavioral Requirements:
  • Ability to deal with complex issues from a high theoretical level to implementation details (e.g., ability to understand technical standards and how they will eventually impact commercial activity)
  • Ability to work with EDPR's leadership team to align the transmission strategy with the overall corporate strategy
  • Ability to influence others to accommodate EDPR's interests including meetings with high-ranking political figures and public speaking
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Project preferred


Physical demands & working conditions:
  • Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
  • Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
  • Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
  • Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
  • Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary


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About McDermott International

McDermott International, Inc. is a premier, fully integrated provider of technology, engineering and construction solutions to the energy industry. For more than a century, customers have trusted McDermott to design and build end-to-end infrastructure and technology solutions?from the wellhead to the storage tank?to transport and transform oil and gas into the products the world needs today. Our proprietary technologies, integrated expertise and comprehensive solutions deliver certainty, innovation and added value to energy projects around the world. Customers rely on McDermott to deliver certainty to the most complex projects, from concept to commissioning. Learn more at www.mcdermott.com.
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