Interconnection Electrical Engineer

Boralex Milton, 174 Mill Street Suite 201, Milton, Ontario, Canada Req #641Thursday, October 3, 2024Boralex is a major player in renewable energy specializing in four sectors of activity: wind, solar, hydroelectricity, and storage.We have been based in Kingsey Falls, Quebec, Canada, for 30 years and have since expanded our horizons and established our business in the United States, France, and the United Kingdom.OUR PURPOSEOn our planet where electricity is central to fighting climate change, we have a responsibility to produce it sustainably for future generations.OUR MISSIONAt Boralex, we provide renewable and affordable energy for all, creating value to share with our partners.YOUR PROFILEWe are seeking a self-motivated team player who enjoys the challenge of working within the confines of the electric utility rules and regulations, while finding a way to expedite the process of connecting large scale renewable energy projects. Our North American team is knowledgeable and collaborative, and we tackle the everyday challenges of interconnection with a positive attitude and the willingness to learn.YOUR CHALLENGEReporting to the Interconnection Director, your role and responsibilities will be as follows:Provide technical guidance to the Development, M&A / Commercial, EPC, and Asset Management teams regarding new and existing project opportunities.Interpret market rules as they apply to the interconnection study, construction, and operation of generation projects.Manage the submittal of application packages for interconnection.Interface with and manage transmission and interconnection-related third-party engineers and other consultants as necessary.Review utility studies (feasibility, impact, and facility) and utility expansion plans to identify potential opportunities.Coordinate with engineering to ensure all studies and simulations meet the requirements for interconnection.Provide assistance during project design and construction for interconnection-related issues.Perform site visits and report on issues specific to the interconnection facilities.Ensure compliance of self and others on-site during construction with federal, state, and local laws and with Boralex safety and environmental standards, policies, and practices.Establish with the independent system operator, transmission provider, and/or local utility the required tests and documentation that are required prior to interconnecting.Participate in various industry groups dealing with interconnection and market issues.Represent Boralex within the industry, including professional presentations to national trade groups.Other responsibilities as assigned.YOUR SKILLSBachelor’s in Electrical Engineering required, ABET accredited program, or equivalent required, P.E. or P.Eng License preferred.Minimum of 3 years of experience in power systems engineering in a consulting or utility environment.Minimum of 4 years of transmission interconnection experience.Advanced understanding of utility interconnection studies.Excellent communications skills, with the ability to provide training on complex operations.Ability to communicate detailed information accurately to internal/external customers.Ability to professionally represent the company when dealing with external organizations.Ability to travel 5% -15% of the time to domestic and international locations.A positive attitude and comfort being flexible, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.AT BORALEX WE OFFERContribute to the growth of a company that’s actively involved in energy transition.Add your talent to an agile work team.Expand your knowledge through continuous learning.Keep fit with a membership allowance at a sports centre of your choice.Plan your life beyond your career thanks to a pension plan to which Boralex contributes.Boralex, beyond renewable energy! Be the source of our energy! #J-18808-Ljbffr