Enel North America is a leader in renewable energy solutions, focused on delivering clean and sustainable energy. The Grid Connection Engineer will ensure the safe and reliable operation of the generation fleet, addressing technical issues related to grid interconnection and supporting compliance with operational standards.
Responsibilities
- Act as the technical interface with Transmission Operators (TOPs), Transmission Owners (TOs), and Regional Transmission System Operators (RTOs) for operational matters of specific projects
- Coordinate on technical matters with the Business Development and Engineering & Construction groups in upcoming project interconnections
- Provide guidance on the technical aspects of grid interconnection for renewable power plants post commercial operation
- Provide technical support to Power Settlements for PPA management and NERC compliance team for NERC compliance related items
- Lead and Coordinate NERC MOD-025/026/027 Testing for newly commission and existing plants
- Supply and verify plant modeling information in accordance to NER MOD-032 compliance requirements
- Verifies and provide technical solutions for the ancillary service and grid regulation required by Transmission Owner Monitoring of Grid Code/Regulatory norms and the impact of technical changes
- Lead and coordinate metering design reviews with engineering, contractors, RTO and Transmission Owner
- Review and/or answer Requests for Information
- Lead and coordinate outage management processes for existing plants
- Coach and mentor less senior member of the Grid Connection Engineering team in performing their essential job functions
Skills
- BS Electrical Engineering
- 1-5 years of engineering background with experience in utility scale electrical power systems
- Ability to work within a Global Framework and matrixed organization
- Ability in working within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
- Strong computer skills is a must (Proficiency with MS Access, PI Word & Excel)
- Rigorous and structured in the execution of work
- Bias to Action
- Ability to work in autonomy for complex tasks and in multiple projects under pressure
- Valid Driver's license
- Master's Degree in Power Systems
- Experience in grid interconnection integration of power producer resources in transmission level systems
- Knowledgeable in power systems engineering in distribution, transmission, substations and generation
- Familiarity with RTO processes and practices
- Knowledgeable of technical requirements of ISO and Transmission Owner
- Knowledge of Grid Interconnections Agreements
- Experienced in overall Electrical Power System engineering
- Ability to coordinate all interface electrical and SCADA design with interconnecting Power Utility
- Knowledgeable of software for PSSE power system simulator
- Experience with SCADA systems
- Familiarity with NERC/FERC reliability standards
Benefits
- Affordable, quality healthcare for you and your family
- Life insurance and disability benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development allowance
- 401k with match fully vested as of day one
- Generous PTO that supports work/life balance including: 4 weeks annually of vacation as well as personal days, volunteer days, your birthday off, paid holidays, and sick time.
- Paid leave programs
- The opportunity to grow and develop your career with the support and mentorship of senior leaders.
- The opportunity to work for one of the world’s most recognizable and respected brands in the energy industry that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable.
Company Overview
Enel North America to help cities, companies, and consumers electrify their lives while combating the climate crisis. It was founded in 2000, and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.enelnorthamerica.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
Enel North America has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 8 in 2025, 8 in 2024, 7 in 2023, 16 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 33 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.