T&D Interconnection Engineer

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We are looking for a T&D Interconnection Engineer located in Indianapolis or Dayton, OH. This position will support both AES Indiana and AES Ohio Transmission and Distribution Modeling and Analysis teams. We are seeking a talented engineer interested in the generation interconnection process to join our exciting team. This engineer will play a big role leading the technical and business changes needed to transition to a clean energy future. Apply today to begin an extraordinary career at AES.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain valuable relationships with customers, developers, contractors, and other stakeholders as the engineering lead and administrator of the AES Indiana and Ohio transmission and distribution interconnection processes. Act as the primary liaison with applicants and internal engineering teams throughout the interconnection life cycle.
• Process customer and developer applications for interconnection of Distribution Energy Resources (DERs) and transmission connected generators. Manage the timely, efficient processing and transfer of required interconnection documentation (e.g., one-line diagrams, generator models, inverter models, applications, study agreements, contracts, certificates of completion, permission to operate, etc.).
• Serve as technical engineering reviewer of planned renewable energy systems and their interface to AES Indiana and AES Ohio transmission and distribution systems. Develop and modernize applicable interconnection requirements.
• Utilize internal software applications to gain information needed to develop and coordinate modeling updates because of new/modified generation.
• Coordinate with planning engineers around analysis results and facility studies.
• Coordinate data requests for Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC), Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO), MISO, and PJM requirements.
• Coordinate the completion of all interconnection applications with internal engineers, external consultants, utilities, and other external stakeholders. Lead the review, analysis, and interpretation of interconnection results.
• Act as the primary point of contact with regional transmission organizations, transmission service providers, and utilities regarding all interconnection activities.
• Manage and track the project portfolio of interconnection related studies, applications, and follow-up requirements.

Requirements and Preferences:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Engineering or Management.
• Experience with technical drawings a plus.
• Financial tracking of interconnection projects.
• Coordinate and manage projects with various stakeholders within AES.
• Project Management experience a plus.
• Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Words, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.

Desired Qualifications:

• Team player
• Strong analytical skills, leadership, and communication skills
• Proficient presentation skills, diplomacy and facilitation skills covering large and small group forums.
• Highly motivated self-starter with the ability and willingness to take initiative and champion process improvement.