What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interconnection Engineer position at Apex Systems?
Job#: 3027910
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Review all draft Purchase Power Agreement and Interconnect Agreements for their assigned region.
Assess the impact of requirements on the project design and schedule and communicate to internal stakeholders.
Interface with Transmission Owners and Operators (TO) and Power Purchasing Agreement Clients to align all deliverables to physically connect, sync and achieve COD.
Monitor changes in interconnection processes for their assigned ISO(s)
Track deliverables and milestones for PPAs and IAs
Communicate with internal stakeholders on any changes in ISO requirements for interconnecting plants.
Work with engineering parties to ensure technical items of PPA and IA are met in plant design.
Support the joint testing with parties a point of contact to the (TO, ISO and PPA Clients)
Weekly status reporting of Interconnection submittal status and critical path to meet PPA and IA dates.
Monthly monitoring and reporting of interconnection queue position milestones.
Required Skillsets:
Knowledge of ISO tariffs and pro forma and non pro forma contracts
Familiarity with NERC and FERC technical standards related to transmission and generation interconnection.
Familiarity with tariff and interconnection processes in CAISO and ERCOT.
Contract interpretation and management of deliverables
o Purchase Power Agreement (PPA) and Interconnect Agreements (IA)
Experience with technical review of contracts related to electric power grid industry.
Organizational skills to manage critical deliverables to external Transmission entities.
Exceptional personal skills to establish professional working relationships with offtaker entities.
Understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems will be preferred.
Understanding of electrical metering devices and concepts will be preferred.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities:
Review all draft Purchase Power Agreement and Interconnect Agreements for their assigned region.
Assess the impact of requirements on the project design and schedule and communicate to internal stakeholders.
Interface with Transmission Owners and Operators (TO) and Power Purchasing Agreement Clients to align all deliverables to physically connect, sync and achieve COD.
Monitor changes in interconnection processes for their assigned ISO(s)
Track deliverables and milestones for PPAs and IAs
Communicate with internal stakeholders on any changes in ISO requirements for interconnecting plants.
Work with engineering parties to ensure technical items of PPA and IA are met in plant design.
Support the joint testing with parties a point of contact to the (TO, ISO and PPA Clients)
Weekly status reporting of Interconnection submittal status and critical path to meet PPA and IA dates.
Monthly monitoring and reporting of interconnection queue position milestones.
Required Skillsets:
Knowledge of ISO tariffs and pro forma and non pro forma contracts
Familiarity with NERC and FERC technical standards related to transmission and generation interconnection.
Familiarity with tariff and interconnection processes in CAISO and ERCOT.
Contract interpretation and management of deliverables
o Purchase Power Agreement (PPA) and Interconnect Agreements (IA)
Experience with technical review of contracts related to electric power grid industry.
Organizational skills to manage critical deliverables to external Transmission entities.
Exceptional personal skills to establish professional working relationships with offtaker entities.
Understanding of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems will be preferred.
Understanding of electrical metering devices and concepts will be preferred.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6 months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.