Ormat

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Position Summary The Interconnection and Transmission Specialist is responsible for managing the interconnection of new energy storage and/or renewable energy projects to the electric grid, including  selecting desirable locations to interconnect, prepare and submit interconnection requests, ; and oversee the entire interconnection process including negotiation of interconnection agreements until their successful completion.       Essential Functions With the goal of optimizing interconnection cost, schedule, revenue potential and deliverability, responsibilities are primarily centered on all stages of interconnection and transmission related activities including: Analyze the transmission and distribution grids in target regions, review and understanding of power flow studies, expected grid modifications and other market data to identify desirable points of interconnection (POIs); Preparation, and administration of interconnection requests, screening studies, pre-applications, etc. for selected sites and POIs; Deep understanding of open access transmission tariffs, wholesale distribution access tariffs and other related tariffs, business practice manuals etc. transmission & distribution providers, RTOs and ISOs, including cost allocation, funding options, timelines, dispute resolution mechanisms, etc. Review all types interconnection and transmission studies to understand impacts on project cost, schedule and operational characteristics Review, negotiate, and obtain interconnection agreements with transmission and/or distribution providers in different US markets Work closely with other departments within the Company (Engineering, Projects, etc.) as well as select and guide third-party consultants (power flow engineers, outside counsels, etc.) as needed; Coordinate budgeting and scheduling for interconnection related activities; Provide project status updates, communicate with management,  clients and vendors, maintain file databases, etc.; Understand and support other project development functions (real estate, environmental permitting, etc)       Other Responsibilities Other duties and projects as assigned by management       Education, Experience, and Skills Required Must have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or other related field, Electrical Engineering a plus; 5 years’ experience in utility-scale interconnection or a relevant field; Experience in utility scale energy storage applications and solar systems a plus: Familiarity with concepts of load flow, short circuit duty, open access transmission tariffs; The ability to lead key short-term and long-term projects; The ability to travel up to 10% nationally and internationally; The ability to travel long distances by car and air; The ability and proven track record to maintain confidentiality and deal with company proprietary information Must be able to communicate with other employees and read and write at a level that will enable to perform the work in a safe and efficient manner Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation. Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point, SharePoint and use of the Internet Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier       Physical Requirements The ability to work at a computer, and computer monitor, and use repetitive motion for long periods of time The ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds This position requires sitting 80% of the time and standing and walking 20% of the time