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Director, Interconnections and Transmissions
Location:
Phoenix, AZ
Description:
A little about Capital Power Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is powering change by changing power. This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system to power a net zero future. We're a growth-oriented North American energy transition company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. We deliver reliable, affordable and decarbonized electricity solutions that communities can depend on.Our people are at the core of our journey to get to net zero by 2045 and are transforming the future of power generation as a collaborative team of experts and innovators. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our values . With us, your contributions matter. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, innovate, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering a clean energy future! Your Opportunity One Permanent Full Time Position. Do you want to work for a fast-growing organization which is passionate about sustainable growth, committed to a low carbon future, and believes in innovation?Capital Power Corporation is currently seeking an innovative and driven individual to join our Business Development USA team!Reporting to the Vice President, Head of USA, as the Director Business Development - Interconnections and Transmissions, you are accountable for interconnection of new projects, leading transmission interconnections for development projects, and for commercially supporting in-construction projects across the US and Canada. This includes working with transmission owners and operators (the RTOs' and the ISO's), the load serving entities and transmission consultants. You will be the transmission lead and will work closely with internal Subject Matter Experts and consultants on siting, permitting, transmission and substation configuration, and will be the main contact for interaction with the transmission system owner and operator. You will also lead the transmission and interconnection due diligence on mergers and acquisitions. You will contribute to our team by Bringing transmission knowledge and experience to bear, to identify transmission and interconnection options and implementing and managing the most optimal interconnection for each project.Leading the interconnection processes and system studies, interconnection cost optimization and agreements and approvals.Bringing working knowledge of transmission system topology and flows, supply demand, interconnection process and transmission queues in development of greenfield, brownfield opportunities and in the evaluation of acquisition opportunities.Being the main point of contact for new interconnects, by managing the interactions with transmission owners and operators and ISOs, RTOs, and utilities.Proactively identifying and handling transmission risks, including curtailments, for the development pipeline to preserve and maintain value and identifying potential opportunities to reduce risk.Negotiating and managing interconnection agreements.Managing commercial issues during construction and acting as an intermediary between construction and engineering and the transmissions owner and operator (RTOs or the ISO).Possessing excellent knowledge of transmission access policies, processes, and regulatory requirements (local provincial/state and FERC).Proactively managing and ensuring compliance with all transmission and system access/interconnection agreements; based on a strong working knowledge of counterparties and regulations.Making recommendations and leading efforts to resolve and manage transmission and system access issues or disputes and serving as a primary contact on such issues to resolve disputes.Shaping emerging transmission access, interconnection trends, and policy in a manner consistent with optimizing the cost and timing for projects.Collaborating with CPC's Regulatory group and other SME groups as required to lend input on emerging transmission and interconnection trends, issues, or policies that may impact our growth objectives and coordinating with internal stakeholders to address and mitigate these threats and/or opportunities. What you will bring to the role Education: Degree Electrical Engineering, preferably a combination of degrees in Electrical Engineering, Finance, Commerce or Economics. Experience: 5-10 years of experience in commercial, engineering, business development, or financial and analytical roles; preferably interfacing with an ISO/RTO or a transmission owner / operator.Knowledge/experience with respect to transmission access, interconnection policies, power markets, power generation, power marketing, regulatory, commodities, transmission/transport and related agreements, and power purchase agreements is preferred.Deep understanding and experience in transmission system analysis, load flow studies, TX access and power markets, electricity generating plants, plant operations for each region where the assets are located.Experience working with complex legal agreements or contracts and TX access policies and processes. Technical Skills: Excellent negotiating experience and persuasive communications skills.Project management experience and ability to interface with all levels of the organization.Ability to identifies and escalate issues in a timely manner.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work with multiple internal and external stakeholders, on multi-disciplinary issues and opportunities.Positive, outgoing attitude with a team-based perspective.Takes Initiative and has the ability to deal with ambiguity and conflict.Attention to detail and accuracy.Capable of making sound decisions on an independent nature and ability to handle dynamic and full workload.Ability to provide recommendations to Senior Management to resolve issues in a proactive manner that benefits the interests of Capital PowerEnsure supportive and collaborative relationships - both internally and externally. Working Conditions: Hybrid Office/Work from home Position.This position will involve travel to meet business users at Capital Power facilities or other offices in the United States and Canada.Working Location: Phoenix, Arizona. Additional Details The pay range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and prior relevant experience.This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and annual bonus.This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug test is required.In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in United States of America.The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available. How To Apply and Next Steps Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers . If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting XXXX@capitalpower.com .Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.PDN-9b7262ea-715c-47ff-ac8d-f9f213aaa380
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