Senior T&I Execution Engineer / T&I Execution Manager

East Point Energy•Charlottesville, VA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

East Point Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates grid-scale energy storage projects. As an Equinor company and independent power producer, our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country to build a clean, resilient, and affordable electric grid for the future. East Point hires great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If this position interests you, but you don’t meet every qualification listed below, we still encourage you to apply — your unique experiences and perspectives may be just what we’re looking for. Read more about our core values (driven, dependable, & collaborative) here . This position is responsible for leading interconnection execution across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage development through commissioning and into operations. This role serves as the interconnection subject matter expert as projects navigate the interconnection process with the utility and/or RTO/ISO. The position integrates interconnection requirements across development, engineering and commissioning while managing risk, schedule and critical milestones. The role also provides electrical engineering expertise for design review, equipment selection, system integration and troubleshooting. This role reports to the Director of Transmission and Interconnection. The level of the role will depend on the qualification and experience of the candidate.

Requirements

In-depth expertise of the distribution and transmission systems as it relates to renewables and storage siting, development and execution
Strong proficiency in power system modeling using PSSE, PSLF, TARA and demonstrated ability to independently perform studies and interpret results
Strong project management skills, with an emphasis on managing multiple projects within a portfolio and managing priorities with regular adjustments to new information from the market
In-depth expertise of ISO/RTO and utility tariffs, business practices, protocols, procedures, and requirements
Strong knowledge of power systems, grid architecture and BESS technology
Ability and inclination to continually evaluate business needs and practices as the industry rapidly evolves, while successfully facilitating improvements and problem-solving
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; Masters in Electrical Power Systems preferred
4+(senior)/6+(manager) years of interconnection execution experience across multiple RTOs/ISOs
Experience leading generator interconnection through full interconnection lifecycle in development and EPC environments
Experience with BESS IBR integration preferred
Experience with NERC compliance standards

Nice To Haves

Passion for renewable energy development and the environment
Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
Team player and leader, proactive attitude
Organized, attention to detail
Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
Integrity and accountability

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of interconnection strategy from application through IA
Lead execution of interconnection requirements as defined in Interconnection Agreements (IA), ensuring full integration into engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities including planning, testing and energization
Serve as the primary technical point of contact with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and transmission owners throughout the project lifecycle while coordinating with contractors, consultants, and internal teams
Oversee compliance and support EPC and Asset Management teams with NERC and applicable utility standards and review/validate interconnection-related engineering deliverables
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to identify and mitigate transmission and interconnection risks throughout the project lifecycle
Provide electrical engineering expertise across all phases of projects, including design and engineering review (30/60/90/IFC)
Support equipment selection, procurement strategy, and technical evaluation of key equipment
Support pipeline growth and acquisitions by conducting transmission and interconnection diligence and identifying new opportunity areas
Monitor regulatory developments, tariff changes, transmission planning activities, and key grid upgrades to inform project and market strategy
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned