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TITLE: Manager - InterconnectionsWe offer AWESOME BENEFITS + SIGN ON BONUS + RELOCATION LOCATION: NY- Binghamton , NY- Rochester Work-Type : OFFICESALARY RANGE: The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $122,699 to $153,374 Job SummaryThe Interconnections Manager is responsible for leading a team that evaluates the technical feasibility of interconnecting new renewable energy projects and customer load requests to the electric grid. This role involves managing the interconnection process as well as overseeing the performance of system planning studies to ensure regulatory compliance and the maintenance of a reliable electric grid. The Interconnections Manager will coordinate with internal engineering and project development teams, as well as external regulatory bodies to ensure a smooth and efficient interconnection process.Key Responsibilities Project Management: Oversee the interconnection process from initial feasibility to the commencement of project execution, ensuring that internal processes are efficient in supporting the proposed deadlines and budget constraints.Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance on transmission and distribution system studies, including power flow analysis (voltage and thermal), short circuit analysis, and stability studies to ensure the grid can reliably accommodate renewable energy resources and new load interconnects. Support study scoping and completion of complex interconnection studies.Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of engineers providing guidance and support to ensure their success.Customer Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and renewable energy developers, providing clear communication and support throughout the interconnection process.Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all interconnection activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including those related to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). Internal & External Coordination: Coordinate with internal teams, such as system operations, key accounts, substation engineering, transmission planning, and distribution planning to promote successful project implementation. Participate and coordinate involvement in NYISO and Joint Utility working groups to ensure compliance with tariffs and procedures and identify and implement strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the interconnection process. Coordinate with Investment Planning to support cost allocation determinations, when applicable.Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve the internal interconnection process to streamline activities, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.Required Qualifications BSEE /Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Candidates from other engineering disciplines may be considered depending on relevant work experience7+ years (Industry related experience) with the ability to demonstrate strong leadership skills, prior direct supervisory experience preferredPractical Engineering Experience/Application: Planning, Operations and Engineering Design, Construction (e.g. field experience, standardization, developing the business case and defending in front of stakeholders)Knowledge of Regulatory and Compliance Environment: Local, State and Federal Regulatory Standards and Requirements (Tariff 119 and 19, NERC, NPCC, NYISO, etc.)Power System Studies - Knowledge & Interpretation of Study Assumptions and Results (e.g., Comprehensive Area Studies, Power Flow, DER, Voltage, Contingency, Stability, Power Factor Correction, Short Circuit, EMT, Reliability, Capacity, etc.)Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex concepts to various stakeholdersPreferred QualificationsStrong preference given to applicants with advanced degrees or certifications (e.g. MSEE, PE, etc.)Software Proficiency - Power System Analytics: (e.g. CYME, PSSE, ASPEN, etc.)Company:NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORPMobility InformationPlease note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that countryAVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.comAvangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within AVANGRD Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid RenewablesJob Posting End Date:February-19-2025Apply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjA0MDM1LjEwNDE3QGF2YW5ncmlkY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

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