Senior Manager WECC / Director ,WECC

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Title : Senior Manager WECC/Director ,WECC

Basic function : Seeking a seasoned professional with 5+ years of experience in transmission planning, operations, and service within the WECC market. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Interconnection studies, transmission strategy, supporting renewable energy projects and large-load interconnection process across WECC entities, including Pacific North West Utilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage interconnection projects within the WECC region, including Pacific North West.
• Support Interconnection Process, transmission strategy and deliverability planning for marketed renewable energy projects.
• Oversee generation interconnections and ensure compliance with WECC Transmission Provider requirements.
• Conduct cost impact analysis and identify optimal Points of Interconnection for large-load data centers.
• Conduct and apply for Transmission Service requests in WECC Area
• Evaluate future resource portfolio needs and identify suitable interconnection locations based on grid infrastructure.
• Submit interconnection applications and manage the LGIA (Large Generator Interconnection Agreement) process.
• Submit Large Load Interconnection Applications and manage the large load interconnection process with Utilities.
• Perform technical analysis for power grid injection and system impact assessments.
• Negotiate Generation/Load Interconnection Agreements and review technical documentation for accuracy.
• Manage third party consultants or perform technical analysis.

Job Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in transmission and interconnection within the WECC market.
• A Bachelor’s/master’s degree in electrical engineering, Data Science or related quantitative discipline is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of WECC Transmission & other PNW Provider processes.
• Experience in Generator interconnection, transmission planning, Tariff, etc. but more focused on WECC utilities such as NV Energy, PacifiCorp, SRP, etc
• Proven ability to manage complex interconnection projects and technical studies.
• Experience with large-load integration and grid deliverability planning.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Location preference- Denver and Remote option available.

Travel requirement- Up to 25% domestic travel required. 

Base Pay - $150,000 - $ 220000

Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, such as skill set, experience, certifications, specific work location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. Base pay may vary per location due to differences in the cost of living.

The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual discretionary bonus, full Health & Wellness Benefits package, generous Long Term Incentive plan designed with our partnership mentality in mind, and other applicable incentive perks as outlined in any formal offer made. The final compensation package will be discussed with the candidate during the final stages of the hiring process.  

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