Job Summary:This position supports transmission, interconnection, policy and market activities for utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects. Responsibilities include providing transmission & interconnection support for greenfield development & acquisition, supporting execution for advanced projects and supporting existing operational assets. This position will primarily support REV's Western US development activities but may also support Eastern US development. Experience with CAISO/WECC on generator interconnection processes, transmission planning, and power market analysis desired.
Duties/Responsibilities:- Support company's power generation project development, acquisition, and operations activities in the areas of electric transmission/interconnection/markets.
- Support preparing, submitting, and managing generator interconnection requests and follow study processes as needed.
- Perform power flow analysis, review models, and review studies to determine potential upgrade and costs associated with interconnection.
- Coordinate, review, and interpret interconnection and transmission studies (short circuit, transient stability, and load flow) performed by utilities and outside consultants.
- Support developing strategies to enter new markets and select preferred zones within various markets for greenfield development.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of evolving power markets in the West with a focus on key Transmission Planning, Generation Interconnection & policy activities at CAISO and Utilities, follow select proceedings at CPUC & CEC, follow developments within WECC such as CAISO Extended Day Ahead Markets, SPP Markets+ and Regional Organization of Western Energy.
- Support M&A team as needed on transmission, interconnection & congestion issues and support developing views on preferred markets / zones.
- Assist in developing supply stack assumptions across various markets. Support performing economic assessment / production cost modelling as needed to support due diligence activities.
- Follow key ISO/RTO stakeholder processes and provide inputs to the team on key market/policy issues and participate in select industry trade associations meetings.
- Support execution of existing advanced portfolio in the West including coordination with internal Engineering & Construction teams, Utilities & CAISO, negotiating Interconnection Agreements, filing Material Modifications as required.
Required Education/Skills/Knowledge:- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or in a similar engineering field required.
- 6-10 years of relevant experience in transmission planning, generator interconnection, power systems engineering, transmission consulting, utility planning, or renewable energy development.
- Direct experience with CAISO and WECC interconnection and transmission planning processes required
- Experience supporting transmission interconnection activities with Developer, Consultant, ISO/RTO or Utility preferred
- Working knowledge of the interconnection processes & market structures across CAISO and utilities in WECC including familiarity with Transmission Service Request processes
- Experience with load flow analysis tools such as GE PSLF, PowerGEM TARA, PSSE or PowerWorld required.
- Experience with economic analysis tools such as PROMOD, Gridview, Dayzer preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under time constraints.
- PE license preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:- Must be able to sit/stand at a desk, using a computer workstation.
- The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach with hands and arms, walk; lift push or pull objects up to 20 pounds.
- Must be able to handle long periods of screen time and typing.
- Must be able to have effective time management skills, with the ability to concentrate for long periods of time.
What We OfferREV is proud to provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support employees' well-being and long-term success. Below are just a few examples:
- Employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Company-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Generous Time Away policies.
- Educational Reimbursement for professional development.
We believe in creating a workplace where every employee feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Join us in shaping a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
