Manager, Grid Integration Engineering

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp! 

This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that's changing the world. 

What we’re looking for: 

Join Nexamp's mission to transform the energy landscape with your expertise as a Manager of the regional Grid Integration Engineering team. We are at the forefront of the renewable energy revolution, driving change and innovation in the renewable energy sector. If you're passionate about crafting a sustainable future and have a track record in the technical intricacies of interconnection, we want you on our team.

Nexamp seeks a Grid Integration Manager with exceptional leadership and project management skills, capable of guiding a team of technical experts in achieving project milestones and driving the successful execution of interconnection initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in engineering principles, although not mandatory, and a proven track record in team management and project delivery.

This position reports to the Senior Director, Grid Integration (GRIT) Engineering and will work closely with internal teams, including Engineering, Business Development, Policy, and Asset Management to develop and commission commercial and industrial renewable designs. This is a hybrid role out of our Chicago, IL, or Boston, MA office.

What you’ll do:  

• Lead and inspire the regional grid integration team, managing workloads, setting priorities, and ensuring the team is aligned with Nexamp's strategic goals.
• Drive the execution of projects within your region, being accountable for the timely and successful integration of renewable energy projects into the grid.
• Foster a highly engaged culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement among your team, championing personal and professional development through tailored mentoring and Individual Development Plans (IDP) focused on enhancing technical skills, industry knowledge and leadership capabilities of engineers and program managers at various levels of expertise.
• Collaborate closely with other regional managers, project managers, and senior leadership to ensure cohesive project execution and optimization of resources.
• Monitor and report on project progress, identifying potential risks and developing strategies to mitigate them.
• Serve as a key liaison between Nexamp and external stakeholders, including utilities and regulatory bodies, to facilitate project approvals and resolve challenges.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices, policies, and procedures in grid integration and project management.
• Serve as primary strategic and tactical advisor to the Director for all things interconnection-related in region. Flag issues before they become portfolio-killing and implement the interconnection strategy as advised by the Director and VP.
• Oversee the interconnection application process, pre-acquisition due diligence review, utility impact study review and associated processes for DG PV and BESS projects in assigned region.
• Lead the development of design standards, internal processes, tools, workflows and new product research to drive strategic and tactical execution.
• Develop and foster utility relationships to drive utility performance against tariff/regulatory milestones.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, external consultants and internal business partners to coordinate project workflow through entire lifecycle. 

What you’ll bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in engineering, project management, or leadership roles within the renewables sector or at an electric utility (with at least 2 years in a leadership role/position).
• 2+ years of experience in DER interconnection.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical teams and drive project execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with grid interconnection processes, renewable energy technologies, and regulatory environments is highly desirable.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex project landscapes and drive team performance.
• Strong knowledge of industry standard design codes such as the National Electric