Interconnection Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the transmission interconnection requests for Apex’s array of projects across various ISOs (PJM, SPP, MISO, ISONE, NYISO, ERCOT, WECC) by managing and/or conducting deliverability studies, submitting interconnection requests, monitoring queue progress, and collaborating with system operators and transmission owners on design, schedule, and cost at a project-specific level.

• Analyze and interpret the outcomes of Feasibility, System Impact, and Facility Studies in each ISO and assess their impact on the expected commercial timeline and interconnection expenses for a project.

• Supervise technical project specifics and engage closely with electrical design consultants.

• Assist Project Management and Project Finance by effectively conveying interconnection requirements, projected costs, interconnection service constraints, construction timelines, and conducting fatal flaw assessments.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that may influence project financing or offtake.

• Offer commercial and strategic advice, with the backing of senior management, regarding the company’s development pipeline, M&A prospects, and operational assets.

• Develop or enhance existing technical and project management tools to facilitate more efficient oversight of the interconnection project portfolio.

• Monitor modifications to interconnection tariffs nationwide and participate in technical ISO/stakeholder workshops as needed.

• Execute other project development tasks as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering.

• Master’s Degree and/or PhD in electrical engineering is preferred.

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in electrical engineering.

• At least 1 year of experience managing interconnection projects across multiple ISOs.

• Experience in overseeing consulting engineering firms and/or contractors.

• Excellent combination of technical, project management, and negotiation skills.

• Proven ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

• High standards of honor, ethics, quality, communication, and productivity.

• Exceptional planning and organizational abilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Proven management skills and capability to meet deadlines and manage projects in a dynamic environment.

• Ability to work proactively and efficiently with minimal supervision.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with a track record of meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks, individuals, and projects concurrently.

• A positive attitude and the flexibility to be adaptable and solution-oriented.

• A genuine passion for renewable energy.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive high-deductible health plans.

• Dental and vision insurance plans.

• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

• Group life insurance.

• 401(k) corporate matching.

• Flexible spending arrangements.

• Company-paid parking and cell phone.

• Fitness and wellness corporate discounts.

• Paid Time Off in addition to standard company holidays.