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Trina Solar

Full Time Remote 10.56 - 12.04 USD Today

Job description

Trina Solar International System Business Unit (ISBU) is the project development and investment business unit of Trina Solar, a global leader of smart energy solutions provider. Our team has established a track record of 5.5+ GW of grid-connected projects globally.

Trina Solar US Project Development & Investment team is looking for a highly accomplished Project Development Engineering Manager to join our growing team. Reporting to the Head of Project Development, the engineer will work with cross-functional teams to deliver successful Renewable Energy solar and storage projects.

Main Responsibilities:

Conduct technical DD to support project development team on site feasibility and viability
Identifies appropriate interconnection points on the grid, submits interconnection requests to the applicable utility/ISO/RTO, interprets interconnection study results and negotiates with the utility to identify economic interconnection solutions
Lead to develop PV and BESS system sitting strategy and plan based on the power supply and demand, distribution, and transmission constraints
Lead to set the development strategy to minimize the cost for interconnection costs
Manage a portfolio of utility interconnection applications from initial submission through fully executed Interconnection Service Agreements
Creation of preliminary project designs along with accompanying production forecasts in PV Syst/Supports the modeling of project economics by supplying technical model inputs
Provide engineering input and cost estimates for distribution level and transmission interconnection applications
Perform distribution and transmission grid assessments to determine commercial viability of potential projects
Assess storage technology and site location with respect to deliver maximum potential project value while minimizing execution and operating risks
Supports the project sale process by answering technical due diligence questions from potential buyers, including working with 3rd party independent engineers to verify technical assumptions
Management of 3rd party engineering consultants; including selection, price, scope and schedule negotiation, and deliverables acceptance
Support for Request for Proposals (RFP) and support proposal development
Assist to review transmission and ISO related technical parts of Power Purchase Agreements
Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with minimal review and oversight
Supports project acquisition due-diligence process

Relevant Experience:

Track record of successfully supporting origination, development, and sale of solar and storage projects
Four-year college engineering degree
5+ years’ experience (or equivalent) in: the renewable energy electric industry; renewable energy project development and grid interconnection
Analysis and design applications for solar and energy storage systems
Broad technical understanding of solar project development, including the ability to perform cost-benefit analyses of design variants to optimize economic outcomes
Strong understanding of the technical requirements for specific projects, as well as industry trends in design, engineering solutions, equipment types, and technical risks
Knowledge of medium voltage distribution and transmission systems a plus

Skills and Competence:

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent field from an accredited college or university, emphasis in power system preferred
5+ years engineering experience in utility or power sector, PV, or wind, industry
Understanding of electricity market policy and rules with respect to interconnection and transmission planning
Strong understanding of utility and ISO operations and transmission planning process
Ability to simultaneously support multiple development projects across multiple states and regions
Familiarity with storage and renewable trends in the electric market
knowledge of energy storage value proposition and/or engineering and/or fundamentals of energy storage projects
Able to interact effectively across organizational boundaries to achieve goals and meet deadlines
Engineering, analytical, and technical writing skills
High attention to detail and strong organization skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Trina Solar Development US - ISBU offers excellent benefits and career opportunities as part of our culture of excellence. Our people are the driving force behind our work. Together, we advance industry and drive innovation.

Trina Solar Development’s benefits include: 16 PTO days and 12 holidays. Fully paid PPO health insurance for our employees, dental, vision, FSA, life insurance, short term and long-term company paid disability, competitive 401(k) with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Trina Solar Development US - ISBU (The Company) policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition or information including genetic information, family care status, military caregiver status, veteran status, marital status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

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