Transition Analyst, Manager

at  IOWN Renewable Energy

Location
La Jolla, CA
Employment
Full-time
We invest in people with the shared ambition to create a green and sustainable future for generations to come. At IOWN we are up for big challenges and finding innovative solutions for the green energy future. Interested? Join our team!

ABOUT US

IOWN Renewable Energy Inc. is a renewable energy developer and service provider headquartered in La Jolla, CA. Our focus is strongly targeted toward expertly developing utility-scale renewable energy projects (Wind, Solar PV and Energy Storage) in all stages of the development life cycle. We strive to be the front-runner in the development, engineering, procurement, finance, construction, and selling of top-tier renewable energy assets, and to achieve this, we place high value on building a cohesive team that is aligned with supporting our company goals.
IOWN has been operating in Europe since 2012 and with the strong determination stemming from the Scandinavian work ethic and mentality, IOWN entered the U.S. energy market in 2014.
We take great care in our consideration of every new hire, as each member of the team is an integral part in contributing to our success, and our company goal of being known for having highly skilled and professional employees. Our headquarter is located in the sunny beach town of Bird Rock, La Jolla, California one block from the ocean, and surrounded by coffee shops, restaurants and local merchants.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (emphasis in Power Systems is preferred).
• M.s in Electrical Engineering is a plus.
• Understanding and experience using Power flow software like Power World, TARA, PSSE.
• Experience understanding and using SIS (system impact study) and FAS (facilities study).
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex technical concepts to a variety of stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while providing subject matter expertise in a collaborative team environment.
• Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and accountability.
• Excellent written and oral communication and organizational skills.
• Current driver’s license and ability to travel extensively is required. Maintain legally required insurance.
• Excellent computer skills working with various office equipment, computers and various programs including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.
• Ability to effectively work on spreadsheets, word processing, networking, and e-mail programs.
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.
• The employee will occasionally lift and or carry up to 25 lbs.
• Travel up to 25%
• Employee may use computer, phone, copier and other office equipment in the course of a day.

• Perform transmission planning using power flow modeling tools such as TARA, PSSE, and PowerWorld.
• Apply a strong understanding of electricity market policies and interconnection rules in transmission planning efforts.
• Acquiring data from ISOs such as power flow models, maps, and necessary software setups.
• Remodel pipeline projects for network upgrades, register as a developer, and perform regional scans to build a library of market results.
• Attend ISO calls related to transmission and interconnection to stay updated on industry changes.
• Support the development and execution of engineering activities related to the electrical transmission interconnection of utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Conduct transmission assessments to evaluate the commercial viability of potential projects or acquisitions and estimate the costs of necessary transmission system upgrades.