Director, Utility-Scale Development - Transmission & Interconnection

RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Project Development; Business Development
Remuneration: Exempt

The Director of Transmission and Interconnection will be responsible for driving interconnection solutions in support of RWE Clean Energy’s development portfolio of generation projects in the PJM, NYISO, ISO-NE, and SERC transmission Markets. S/he will drive interconnection efforts working with multiple internal and external stakeholders, including the ISOs, utilities, FERC, state agencies, and internal development teams. S/he will also be responsible for managing utility-scale generation projects to drive the successful completion of interconnection requests through the regulatory and commercial environment, and coordinating with internal stakeholders, including RWE’s Transmission Analysis organization.

Role Responsibilities:

• Manage a pipeline of 10 GW plus of wind, solar, and battery energy generator interconnection projects throughout the lifecycle of the ISO and transmission owner interconnection processes, witha  focus on late-stage project execution
• Work closely with RWE’s transmission analysis and development teams to shepherd projects through the interconnection process to achieve the best cost and schedule, while tracking timelines, milestone requirements, and effectively communicating and managing project risks
• Manage interconnection process, including interconnection agreement schedules, interconnection milestones, and effectively forecasting and communicating project financial commitments and at-risk amounts for portfolio projects
• Negotiate large generator interconnection agreement,s bringing together internal stakeholders to negotiate optimal schedules and terms for projects
• Drive material modification package submittals
• Attend transmission owner project management meetings representing RWE to ensure cost and schedule are being maintained
• Drive creative problem solving with transmission owners and ISOs, bringing together internal RWE resources and stakeholders
• Assist Development, Energy Marketing, Commercial, Regulatory, Construction, Engineering, and Operations teams with multiple aspects of project development, design, and operation
• Maintaina  comprehensive understanding of current and developing regulations within the different regional ISO/RTOs to create opportunities and mitigate obstacles for RWE
• Track and drive policy developments and opportunities to best capitalize on target markets, partners, and strategies
• Develop regional transmission and interconnection strategy for potential future opportunities such as new project interconnection, transmission service, and behind-the-meter arrangements
• Build visibility and the reputation of the company through conference attendance, publications, and social media
• Recruit, mentor, train, and lead junior transmission and interconnection team staff

Job Requirements and Experiences: 

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, STEM, business/economics, or relevant fields required
• An advanced degree is a plus
• A minimum of 12 years of total experience with 6 in commercial and regulated energy markets, driving projects to completion, and interacting with various counterparties (project developers, IPPs, utilities, regulatory agencies, and others)
• Background in transmission planning or transmission utility scale engineering and project management or execution strongly preferred
• Demonstrated track record of securing interconnection approvals for renewable energy projects in the United States across a mix of RSO/ITOs regions
• Broad experience within the utility/power development space, including:
  • Securing interconnection rights, transmission capacity, federal, state and local regulatory approval
  • Navigating the RSO/ITO process to avoid obstacles and position RWE for approvals
  • Transmission and commercial analysis, including knowledge of load flow, transmission capacity, projected congestion with strategic insights to develop around findings;
  • Negotiating and closing projects in complex and sometimes adversarial environments
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously and a strong understanding of costs and activities necessary for a project cycle
• A thorough understanding of competitive and regulated wholesale and retail power markets and strong commercial acumen
• Proficiency in community engagement with local stakeholders and media and able to represent the company in public hearings, craft messaging for lobbying of state/federal politicians and agencies
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact clearly and concisely with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Proven people management skills, including career development, mentoring, coaching, and all aspects of performance management

Pay range: The annual base salary range for this position in New York City is $160,000 - $240,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.