Engineer I, Interconnections and Grid Analysis

Invenergy

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
$70,000–$95,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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About Invenergy

Invenergy is a leading independent power generation and storage company developing, owning, and operating renewable energy projects including wind, solar, natural gas, and energy storage facilities. Industry: Renewable Energy

Invenergy currently has 16 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Engineer I, Interconnections and Grid Analysis

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As an Engineer I on Invenergy’s Interconnections and Grid Analysis team in Chicago, you will perform technical analysis to support the interconnection process for generation projects across various RTO/ISO markets like WECC, SPP, MISO, and PJM. Your day-to-day responsibilities include conducting power flow analyses, evaluating market rules, reviewing utility studies, identifying new transmission project opportunities, and collaborating with regulatory teams on queue reforms. You will also develop conceptual designs of interconnection facilities and assist in the construction phase by addressing interconnection-related issues. The role requires a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with experience in transmission system planning and power flow software like PSS/E or PowerWorld. Strong knowledge of FERC, NERC standards, and proficiency in Excel are essential, while VBA scripting is a plus.

Skills

PSS/E GE PSLF TARA PowerWorld VBA Excel MISO PJM SPP WECC FERC NERC standards Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) Python PostgreSQL Kubernetes AWS Terraform Docker CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Perform power flow analysis and market evaluations for generation projects.
  • Review utility interconnection studies to assess feasibility and impact.
  • Identify new transmission project opportunities based on grid behavior shifts.
  • Develop conceptual designs of interconnection facilities and costs.
  • Assist in the development of bidding and risk management strategies.
  • Coordinate with consultants to prepare system models and reliability studies.

What we're looking for

  • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with focus on power systems
  • 0-2+ years experience in transmission system planning and operations
  • Ability to perform complex power flow, short circuit, and stability studies
  • Knowledge of FERC and NERC standards related to transmission and interconnections
  • Experience with ISO/RTO or utility interconnection processes preferred
  • Proficiency in power flow software like PSS/E, GE PSLF TARA, PowerWorld
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical evaluations

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