<h2>Overview</h2>We are designing the Grid of the futureEPE is looking to recruit an Associate Technical Director with a background in Interconnection or Transmission Planning studies, preferably in the ISO New England and NYISO territories in the Northeast. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.<h2>Responsibilities</h2>How you can make an impact:<ul> <li>Troubleshoot and advise internal/external stakeholders on complex interconnection studies including loadflow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Eastern Interconnect.</li> <li>Possess strong collaboration skills, ability to pull together diverse teams across the organization to provide the best experience for the client</li> <li>Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades and project success.</li> <li>Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes with a focus on ISO New England and NYISO but broadly across all of the Eastern Interconnect.</li> <li>Work with senior leadership to develop new tools and services</li> <li>Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes.</li> <li>Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided.</li> <li>Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies.</li> <li>Support responses to RFPs, DOE grants and development of Scopes of Work.</li> <li>Participate and coordinate industry involvement through conferences, speaking opportunities, technical paper submissions, etc.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Bring your passion, here what’s needed:<ul> <li>Minimum 8 years of experience in the electric energy industry.</li> <li>Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies.</li> <li>Active participation and leadership in industry taskforces and/or working groups.</li> <li>Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards.</li> <li>Deep expertise in the Eastern Interconnect; NYISO or ISO New England highly preferred</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld. ASPEN and PSCAD</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li> <li>Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.</li></ul> Beneficial Experience<ul> <li>Direct experience working at ISO New England, NYISO, a utility in their footprint or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.</li> <li>Experience with large load interconnection studies.</li> <li>Experience with DER interconnection or studies.</li> <li>Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL)</li></ul> Lead the change!  Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence.  For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid.   Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.   How we support you:<ul> <li>Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you.</li> <li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li> <li>Employee Ownership Program</li> <li>Work with industry leaders</li> <li>401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)</li> <li>Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.</li></ul>  Location: This position will open to RemoteTravel:  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less) EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster  Third-Party Recruiting NotificationEPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency. EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency without a previously signed third-party agreement and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team. #LI-KM1

A leader in grid reliability and resiliency, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe for over 50 years. EPE&rsquo;s client-centric approach delivers unmatched expertise throughout the project lifecycle, with a platform of comprehensive services and proprietary solutions spanning utility engineering, grid and resource integration, reliability and compliance, digitalization, and grid analytics, as well as innovative software partnership with its sister company ENER-I.AI, Inc. Committed to designing and developing the grid of the future, EPE&rsquo;s highly experienced team of detail-oriented consultants are passionate about helping clients address complex engineering and grid modeling challenges, bridge gaps, and gain visibility into the evolving complexities of the grid. Learn more about EPE at epeconsulting.com

Associate Director - Interconnection Services

<h2>Overview</h2>We are designing the Grid of the futureEPE is looking to recruit an Associate Technical Director with a background in Interconnection or Transmission Planning studies, preferably in the ISO New England and NYISO territories in the Northeast. In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients.<h2>Responsibilities</h2>How&nbsp;you can make an impact:<ul> <li>Troubleshoot and advise internal/external stakeholders on complex interconnection studies including loadflow, short circuit and transient stability across multiple ISOs and Utilities in the Eastern Interconnect.</li> <li>Possess strong collaboration skills, ability to pull together diverse teams across the organization to provide the best experience for the client</li> <li>Review ISO and/or Utility interconnection study results, replicate findings and identify errors or alternative mitigations that could impact assigned network upgrades and project success.</li> <li>Support generation, large load and merchant transmission developers navigate interconnection processes with a focus on ISO New England and NYISO but broadly across all of the Eastern Interconnect.</li> <li>Work with senior leadership to develop new tools and services</li> <li>Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection related studies and stay up to date with industry trends and regulatory changes.</li> <li>Passionate about solving difficult technical problems, providing innovative solutions and taking ownership of the solutions provided.</li> <li>Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies.</li> <li>Support responses to RFPs, DOE grants and development of Scopes of Work.</li> <li>Participate and coordinate industry involvement through conferences, speaking opportunities, technical paper submissions, etc.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2>Bring your passion, here what’s needed:<ul> <li>Minimum 8 years of experience in the electric energy industry.</li> <li>Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies.</li> <li>Active participation and leadership in industry taskforces and/or working groups.</li> <li>Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards.</li> <li>Deep expertise in the Eastern Interconnect; NYISO or ISO New England highly preferred</li> <li>In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld. ASPEN and PSCAD</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams.</li> <li>Ability to work independently with minimal supervision</li> <li>Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams.</li></ul>&nbsp;Beneficial Experience<ul> <li>Direct experience working at ISO New England, NYISO, a utility in their footprint or on behalf of these entities as a consultant.</li> <li>Experience with large load interconnection studies.</li> <li>Experience with DER interconnection or studies.</li> <li>Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL)</li></ul>&nbsp;Lead the change!&nbsp;&nbsp;Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through&nbsp;advanced energy intelligence.&nbsp;&nbsp;For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. &nbsp;&nbsp;Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;How we support you:<ul> <li>Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for&nbsp;you.</li> <li>Generous PTO and paid holidays</li> <li>Employee Ownership Program</li> <li>Work with industry leaders</li> <li>401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)</li> <li>Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Location: This position will open to RemoteTravel:&nbsp; Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)&nbsp;EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links:&nbsp;EEOC is the Law Poster&nbsp;&nbsp;Third-Party Recruiting NotificationEPE does not accept unsolicited resumes from&nbsp;third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to EPE via our career page or to any of our managers or employees will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency.&nbsp;EPE will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency&nbsp;without a previously signed third-party agreement&nbsp;and has not coordinated their recruiting activity with the appropriate member of the Talent Acquisition team.&nbsp;#LI-KM1

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